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RRX 802H

1970 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,699 mi
Last recorded44,699 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 Reliant Scimitar58,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRX 802H
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 44,699 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 44,418 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 43,457 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 41,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear hub wheel play in and out both sides of car advise cheak out

Fail 18 Dec 2012 41,352 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear hub wheel play in and out both sides of car advise cheak out

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 39,694 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 39,556 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 39,463 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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RRX 802H is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1970 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 58,782 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 RRX 802H, 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 56 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 RRX 802H?

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What year was RRX 802H registered?

RRX 802H is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 January 1970.

Is RRX 802H safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRX 802H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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