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KBW 988L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,116 mi
Last recorded31,116 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2009
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBW 988L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2009 31,116 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 31,116 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 31,035 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 30,961 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 30,932 miles

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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KBW 988L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,676 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KBW 988L, 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 54 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 KBW 988L?

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What year was KBW 988L registered?

KBW 988L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 24 October 1972.

Is KBW 988L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBW 988L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KBW 988L have outstanding finance?

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