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MLY 814L

1973 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

4,455 mi
Last recorded4,455 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Reliant Scimitar44,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLY 814L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 4,455 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 4,413 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 3,173 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 2,870 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 2,200 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 May 2012 25,488 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 25,481 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 24,117 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 22,526 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 20,499 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 19,816 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 19,612 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 19,363 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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MLY 814L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MLY 814L, 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 MLY 814L?

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What year was MLY 814L registered?

MLY 814L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 16 January 1973.

Is MLY 814L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLY 814L shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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