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PUA 640P

1976 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,194 mi
Last recorded36,194 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2021
Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar40,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUA 640P
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2021 36,194 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2015 36,192 miles

drivers door drops and trim loose

exhaust rubbers cracking

Fail 22 Jun 2015 36,192 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

drivers door drops and trim loose

exhaust rubbers cracking

rear fog light in/op

steam coming from screen vents suspect heater leaking

Pass 23 Jun 2014 36,192 miles

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

coolant hoses cracked

front wipers slightly slow

indicator switch worn/wobly

o/s/door trim loose and door drops

Fail 4 Jun 2014 36,192 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Coolant leak

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

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

coolant hoses cracked

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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PUA 640P is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1976 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 40,254 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 PUA 640P, 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 50 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 PUA 640P?

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What year was PUA 640P registered?

PUA 640P is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 8 July 1976.

Is PUA 640P safe to buy?

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