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PLV 92M

1974 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

79,854 mi
Last recorded79,854 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 Reliant Scimitar42,897 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLV 92M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 79,854 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Aug 2017 79,842 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm uneven wear (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm uneven wear (4.1.E.1)

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 73,048 miles

Oil leak ()

breather pipe on rear axle split

coolant leak from top hose union

Fail 20 Aug 2016 73,041 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported both sides mountings broken (7.1.1)

Steering rack gaiter split both sides front (2.2.D.2d)

Stop lamp not working both rear (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

breather pipe on rear axle split

coolant leak from top hose union

Pass 2 Sep 2015 67,508 miles

oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2014 63,492 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2013 56,907 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 56,893 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front screen wash pipe trapped in coil spring

Pass 1 Aug 2012 50,739 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 1 Aug 2012 50,739 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 20 Aug 2011 45,336 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 45,309 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 42,569 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 39,495 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 35,703 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 1 Oct 2008 35,703 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 30,339 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 30,327 miles

Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 23,888 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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PLV 92M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 1974 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 42,897 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 PLV 92M, 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 52 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PLV 92M registered?

PLV 92M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 4 July 1974.

Is PLV 92M safe to buy?

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