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POB 65G

1969 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,496 mi
Last recorded15,496 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 1969 Reliant Scimitar46,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOB 65G
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1969
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 15,496 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 15,444 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 15,444 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 15,378 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 15,342 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 14,748 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 13,587 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 13,507 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 12,961 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 11,356 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 8,919 miles

slight wear to n/s lower trunion

Fail 13 Apr 2007 7,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

bad water leak n/s o/s engine block core plugs leaking

Pass 13 Apr 2007 7,601 miles

bad water leak n/s o/s engine block core plugs leaking

Pass 10 Apr 2006 5,316 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 10 Apr 2006 5,316 miles

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

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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POB 65G is a 1969 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1969 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 46,061 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 POB 65G, 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 57 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 POB 65G registered?

POB 65G is a 1969 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 January 1969.

Is POB 65G safe to buy?

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