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JCM 101P

1975 Reliant Scimitar

Brown Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,675 mi
Last recorded9,675 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2009
Typical for 1975 Reliant Scimitar43,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCM 101P
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1975
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2009 9,675 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 9,675 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 9,100 miles

engine oil leak

slightly damp around left rear brake wheel cylinder but not leaking at time of test

Fail 27 May 2006 9,084 miles

Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

right front seat runner starting to crack

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?

Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,606
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,049
Stop lamp not working 851
Steering rack gaiter split 800
parking brake recording little or no effort 710
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JCM 101P is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar in Brown with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 43,198 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JCM 101P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 51 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JCM 101P?

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What year was JCM 101P registered?

JCM 101P is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 19 November 1975.

Is JCM 101P safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCM 101P shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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