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JPH 962K

1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11,422 mi
Last recorded11,422 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE48,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPH 962K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 11,422 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 26,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front box (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 26,429 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 26,320 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Mar 2014

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2014
Pass 14 Mar 2013 25,203 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 19,608 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 7,680 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 6,671 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE?

Based on 1,155 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
591
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Headlamp not working on main beam 41
Headlamp aim too low 28
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JPH 962K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 48,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar GTE fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JPH 962K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 54 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JPH 962K registered?

JPH 962K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 20 January 1972.

Is JPH 962K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPH 962K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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