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LYB 989K

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,130 mi
Last recorded60,130 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYB 989K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2017 60,130 miles

gear box oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Jun 2016 60,651 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 59,758 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 58,827 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 58,299 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2011 57,484 miles

gear box oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2010 56,172 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 55,401 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 54,746 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 53,929 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 51,513 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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LYB 989K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,676 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 LYB 989K, 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 54 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 LYB 989K registered?

LYB 989K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is LYB 989K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYB 989K shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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