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KEU 71J

1971 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,883 mi
Last recorded17,883 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEU 71J
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2018 17,883 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 17,495 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 16,356 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 16,154 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 14,847 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 12,883 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 9,893 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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KEU 71J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 44,525 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 KEU 71J, 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 55 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 KEU 71J?

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What year was KEU 71J registered?

KEU 71J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 12 February 1971.

Is KEU 71J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEU 71J shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KEU 71J have outstanding finance?

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