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KML 769P

1976 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,902 mi
Last recorded95,902 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2012
Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar40,254 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKML 769P
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2012 95,902 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 87,881 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 78,544 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 66,832 miles

drivers belt fraying

engine oil leak

exhausts corroding

front discs corroded

gearbox oil leak

o/s/f indicator lens loosing colour

rear diff seal slight leak

rear diff slight noise

Fail 17 Jan 2009 66,832 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

drivers belt fraying

engine oil leak

exhausts corroding

front discs corroded

gearbox oil leak

o/s/f indicator lens loosing colour

rear diff seal slight leak

rear diff slight noise

Pass 17 Jan 2008 57,661 miles

oil leak ?

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 7 Feb 2007 49,106 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2007 49,099 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

o/s/ spot lamp not working

bottom steering bush has play

Pass 28 Jan 2006 38,272 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.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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KML 769P is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1976 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 40,254 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 KML 769P, 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 50 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 KML 769P?

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What year was KML 769P registered?

KML 769P is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 February 1976.

Is KML 769P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KML 769P shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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