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PVY 305M

1974 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,877 mi
Last recorded39,877 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2014
Typical for 1974 Reliant Scimitar42,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVY 305M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Jan 2014 39,877 miles

Centre Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 39,877 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 39,873 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 39,856 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 39,846 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 39,846 miles

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

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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PVY 305M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PVY 305M, 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 PVY 305M?

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What year was PVY 305M registered?

PVY 305M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 7 February 1974.

Is PVY 305M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVY 305M shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVY 305M have outstanding finance?

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