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POP 558M

1974 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,684 mi
Last recorded62,684 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 1974 Reliant Scimitar42,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOP 558M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2015 62,684 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 62,544 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 62,368 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 62,063 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

chassia outriggers and body mouints slight corrosion

spare tyre deflated

Pass 16 Jun 2011 61,591 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight corrosion chassia outriggers and body mounts

Pass 29 Jun 2010 99,741 miles

slight corrosion chassis and outriggers and mounts

Pass 7 Jul 2009 99,405 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

chassis coated in underseal and not able to fully assess

parkbrake reserve travel near limit

Pass 28 Apr 2008 98,490 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 97,338 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 96,855 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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POP 558M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 POP 558M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of POP 558M?

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What year was POP 558M registered?

POP 558M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 14 January 1974.

Is POP 558M safe to buy?

The MOT history for POP 558M 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.

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