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PTX 312L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

2,344 mi
Last recorded2,344 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2011
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTX 312L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Feb 2011 2,344 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device missing (3.1.4b)

slight oil misting o/s/r brake disc,slight blow exhaust joints,slight play n/s/f lower trunion and inner track rod end,osf body mounting nuts look loose

Pass 25 Feb 2011 2,344 miles

slight oil misting o/s/r brake disc,slight blow exhaust joints,slight play n/s/f lower trunion and inner track rod end,osf body mounting nuts look loose

Pass 4 Dec 2009 99,825 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 99,805 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

SLIGHT PLAY IN TOP STEERING COLUMN UJ

Pass 23 Dec 2008 98,265 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 95,962 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 95,962 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 93,513 miles

BRAKE PIPES RUSTING

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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PTX 312L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,676 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 PTX 312L, 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 54 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 PTX 312L?

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What year was PTX 312L registered?

PTX 312L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 23 August 1972.

Is PTX 312L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTX 312L shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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