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KAL 917N

1975 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,083 mi
Last recorded94,083 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 1975 Reliant Scimitar43,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAL 917N
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2013 94,083 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 94,083 miles

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

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 91,229 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 91,146 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 91,142 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KAL 917N is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KAL 917N, 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 KAL 917N?

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What year was KAL 917N registered?

KAL 917N is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 January 1975.

Is KAL 917N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAL 917N shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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