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LKJ 550P

1975 Reliant Scimitar

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,460 mi
Last recorded86,460 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2014
Typical for 1975 Reliant Scimitar43,198 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKJ 550P
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1975
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2014 86,460 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 85,729 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 85,729 miles

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

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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LKJ 550P is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1975 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 43,198 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LKJ 550P, 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 51 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 LKJ 550P?

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What year was LKJ 550P registered?

LKJ 550P is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 October 1975.

Is LKJ 550P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKJ 550P shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LKJ 550P have outstanding finance?

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