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RSN 276M

1974 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,001 mi
Last recorded8,001 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2008
Typical for 1974 Reliant Scimitar42,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSN 276M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2008 8,001 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 8,001 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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RSN 276M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RSN 276M, 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 RSN 276M?

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What year was RSN 276M registered?

RSN 276M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 2 May 1974.

Is RSN 276M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSN 276M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RSN 276M have outstanding finance?

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