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MGJ 119L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

94,367 mi
Last recorded94,367 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2005
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGJ 119L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2005 94,367 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 94,361 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

brake fluid light on!!

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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MGJ 119L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 MGJ 119L, 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

How do I check the history of MGJ 119L?

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What year was MGJ 119L registered?

MGJ 119L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 18 October 1972.

Is MGJ 119L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGJ 119L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MGJ 119L have outstanding finance?

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