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MHY 878L

1973 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,073 mi
Last recorded12,073 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 1973 Reliant Scimitar44,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHY 878L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2018 12,073 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 11,564 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 11,138 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 34,000 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

advise front link arm rubber bushes

Pass 1 May 2007 31,382 miles

Nearside Rear 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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MHY 878L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 44,390 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 MHY 878L, 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 53 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 MHY 878L?

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What year was MHY 878L registered?

MHY 878L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 6 June 1973.

Is MHY 878L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHY 878L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MHY 878L have outstanding finance?

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