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LPO 556J

1970 Reliant Scimitar

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

52,228 mi
Last recorded52,228 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 1970 Reliant Scimitar58,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPO 556J
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 52,228 miles

corrosion in nearside front outrigger

play detected in offside steering joints,advise closer inspection

Pass 9 Aug 2016 52,069 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 52,065 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 52,065 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 51,907 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Feb 2009 51,907 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Coolant leak

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 51,415 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 51,412 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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LPO 556J is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1970 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 58,782 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 LPO 556J, 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 56 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 LPO 556J?

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What year was LPO 556J registered?

LPO 556J is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 8 December 1970.

Is LPO 556J safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPO 556J shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LPO 556J have outstanding finance?

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