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MPG 770L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,925 mi
Last recorded26,925 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPG 770L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 26,925 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 26,925 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 26,904 miles

vehicle has surface rust on most areas as would be expected of a car this age

Pass 28 Sep 2015 26,803 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 26,640 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 26,363 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 26,193 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 25,649 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 23,769 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 21,960 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 18,924 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 16,767 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 14,956 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 12 Dec 2005 13,088 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak

slight play in steering rack

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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MPG 770L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MPG 770L, 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 MPG 770L?

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What year was MPG 770L registered?

MPG 770L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is MPG 770L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPG 770L shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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