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NRF 519L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,128 mi
Last recorded44,128 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRF 519L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 44,128 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 44,046 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 44,010 miles

tyre sidewalls perrished

Fail 15 Apr 2013 44,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

tyre sidewalls perrished

Pass 30 Mar 2012 44,005 miles

front tyres o/s & n/s & rear n/s have splits in them

Fail 16 Mar 2012 44,004 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

front tyres o/s & n/s & rear n/s have splits in them

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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NRF 519L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NRF 519L, 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 NRF 519L registered?

NRF 519L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 21 December 1972.

Is NRF 519L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRF 519L shows 6 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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