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PTC 753S

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Cream Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

41,296 mi
Last recorded41,296 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTC 753S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 41,296 miles

both rear back plates damp

coolant leak

Fail 1 Jul 2015 41,294 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear back plates damp

coolant leak

Fail 7 Jun 2010 41,291 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Additional braking device component damaged (3.6.I.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Fail 25 May 2010 41,291 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 41,239 miles

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)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 40,996 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 40,738 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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PTC 753S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Cream with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1977 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 48,816 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 PTC 753S, 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 49 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 PTC 753S?

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What year was PTC 753S registered?

PTC 753S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 4 October 1977.

Is PTC 753S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTC 753S shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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