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MYU 821L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,560 mi
Last recorded84,560 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMYU 821L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 84,560 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 84,381 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 84,067 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 83,726 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 83,216 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 82,524 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 81,343 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 May 2010 80,126 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 79,495 miles

n/s front brake hose slight deterioration

top wishbone rubbers slight deterioration

Fail 23 May 2009 79,475 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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

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

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

rear seat belt n/s not fitted as standard

Pass 16 May 2008 79,226 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 79,010 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 78,940 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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MYU 821L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 MYU 821L, 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

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What year was MYU 821L registered?

MYU 821L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 13 December 1972.

Is MYU 821L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MYU 821L 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.

Does MYU 821L have outstanding finance?

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