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OEA 970P

1975 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,041 mi
Last recorded8,041 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 1975 Reliant Scimitar43,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEA 970P
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2017 8,041 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016

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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OEA 970P is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 43,198 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 OEA 970P, 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 51 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 OEA 970P?

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What year was OEA 970P registered?

OEA 970P is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 September 1975.

Is OEA 970P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEA 970P shows 2 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 OEA 970P have outstanding finance?

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