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KLN 207K

1971 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

87,486 mi
Last recorded87,486 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLN 207K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 87,486 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear axle seals slight weep

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear axle seals slight weep

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 87,417 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 87,444 miles

Both rear hub seals slight leak

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 87,421 miles

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

both rear hub seals slight leak

Pass 5 Aug 2014 87,381 miles

oil on both rear back plates

Pass 1 Aug 2013 87,315 miles

oil leak down rear of both rear back plates

Pass 5 Jan 2012 87,212 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 87,171 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 24 Sep 2010 87,171 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2009 86,868 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 86,813 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 86,750 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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KLN 207K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KLN 207K, 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

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What year was KLN 207K registered?

KLN 207K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 2 November 1971.

Is KLN 207K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLN 207K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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