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NGN 126L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Orange Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,238 mi
Last recorded2,238 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGN 126L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2024 2,238 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 99,813 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 99,063 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020
Pass 3 Apr 2019 98,813 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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NGN 126L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Orange with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NGN 126L, 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 NGN 126L?

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What year was NGN 126L registered?

NGN 126L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is NGN 126L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NGN 126L 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 NGN 126L have outstanding finance?

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