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OPM 700R

1976 Reliant Scimitar

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,415 mi
Last recorded14,415 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar40,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPM 700R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 14,415 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 14,396 miles

no wheel arches fitted, different bodyshell fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2019 14,321 miles

no wheel arches fitted, different bodyshell fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2018 13,560 miles

Exhaust noisy

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

No wheel covers/fenders fitted

Reliant body removed and replaced with 1927 Model T replica

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified but does not significantly reduce the original strength

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Suspension bushes perished

Fail 30 Jan 2018 13,560 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported chafing on propshaft (1.9.2a)

Exhaust noisy

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

No wheel covers/fenders fitted

Reliant body removed and replaced with 1927 Model T replica

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified but does not significantly reduce the original strength

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Suspension bushes perished

Pass 14 Jan 2017 12,516 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 11,917 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 11,071 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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OPM 700R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1976 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 40,254 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 OPM 700R, 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 50 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 OPM 700R registered?

OPM 700R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 25 October 1976.

Is OPM 700R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPM 700R shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OPM 700R have outstanding finance?

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