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NPX 787J

1971 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,355 mi
Last recorded33,355 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2007
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPX 787J
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2007 33,355 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE ie CHASSIS CORRODING

Fail 1 Nov 2007 33,354 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE ie CHASSIS CORRODING

Pass 23 Mar 2006 33,348 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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NPX 787J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 44,525 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 NPX 787J, 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 55 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 NPX 787J?

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What year was NPX 787J registered?

NPX 787J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 28 May 1971.

Is NPX 787J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPX 787J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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