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RRF 168G

1968 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,865 mi
Last recorded33,865 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2013
Typical for 1968 Reliant Scimitar39,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRF 168G
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2013 33,865 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 32,446 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 32,446 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 31,360 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 31,350 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 31,350 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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RRF 168G is a 1968 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1968 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 39,676 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 RRF 168G, 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 58 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 RRF 168G?

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What year was RRF 168G registered?

RRF 168G is a 1968 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 16 September 1968.

Is RRF 168G safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRF 168G shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RRF 168G have outstanding finance?

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