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RKY 705R

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,653 mi
Last recorded33,653 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2008
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKY 705R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2008 33,653 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

advanced corrosion on both outer frames below doors

signs of slight corrosion throughout chassis

Pass 5 Jun 2007 31,061 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 27,827 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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RKY 705R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 RKY 705R, 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

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What year was RKY 705R registered?

RKY 705R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is RKY 705R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKY 705R shows 3 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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