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PAU 519R

1976 Reliant Scimitar

Black Lpg 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar40,254 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAU 519R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 May 2024

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 13,963 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 12,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 10,845 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 9,285 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 5,021 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 2 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 41,434 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 37,188 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 30,357 miles

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

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

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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PAU 519R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 2,962cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PAU 519R, 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

How do I check the history of PAU 519R?

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What year was PAU 519R registered?

PAU 519R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 12 October 1976.

Is PAU 519R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAU 519R shows 10 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 PAU 519R have outstanding finance?

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