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MMB 621L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

7,003 mi
Last recorded7,003 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMB 621L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 7,003 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 5,988 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 4,307 miles

Front to rear brake pipe covered in under seal

Fail 27 Jul 2016 3,966 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Front to rear metal brake pipe covered in underseal

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 3,012 miles

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

front to rear brakepipe covered in underseal cannot fully inspect for corosion

Pass 8 Aug 2014 1,980 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front to rear metal brakepipe covered in sealant cannot fully check for corosion

Fail 5 Aug 2014 1,976 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front to rear metal brakepipe covered in sealant cannot fully check for corosion

Fail 22 Jul 2014 1,960 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise n/s/f steering rack play in inner joint

Pass 19 Aug 2013 7 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight corosion nearside front brakepipe

Fail 14 Aug 2013 3 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight corosion nearside front brakepipe

Pass 11 Jun 2008 27,755 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 26,292 miles

Brake lever worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 May 2006 24,769 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 24,769 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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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MMB 621L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 MMB 621L, 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.

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What year was MMB 621L registered?

MMB 621L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 19 December 1972.

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