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OYG 785K

1971 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,466 mi
Last recorded83,466 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2011
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYG 785K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2011 83,466 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 83,009 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 83,009 miles

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 83,005 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 82,737 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 82,737 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 82,585 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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OYG 785K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OYG 785K, 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

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What year was OYG 785K registered?

OYG 785K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 July 1971.

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The MOT history for OYG 785K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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