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KDN 575L

1973 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,104 mi
Last recorded98,104 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2012
Typical for 1973 Reliant Scimitar44,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDN 575L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2012 98,104 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

both front seats can be tilted forward (no locking devices to secure to floor)

offside front suspension/wheel has slight play

Pass 17 Nov 2011 96,428 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear roll bar mountings corroding to out rigger.

Pass 24 Nov 2010 93,498 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 85,874 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 77,787 miles

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

offside exhaust loose at manifold joint

Pass 15 Nov 2007 68,180 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 59,590 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 59,560 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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KDN 575L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1973 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 44,390 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 KDN 575L, 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 53 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 KDN 575L?

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What year was KDN 575L registered?

KDN 575L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 14 January 1973.

Is KDN 575L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDN 575L shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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