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RUY 572Y

1983 Reliant Scimitar

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,168 mi
Last recorded76,168 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 1983 Reliant Scimitar58,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUY 572Y
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 76,168 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 76,121 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 76,057 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 76,056 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 75,732 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 75,646 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 69,337 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 69,332 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 68,250 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 68,248 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 65,532 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Feb 2009 65,532 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 62,978 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 60,732 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 58,059 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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RUY 572Y is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1983 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 58,762 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 RUY 572Y, 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 43 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RUY 572Y registered?

RUY 572Y is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 March 1983.

Is RUY 572Y safe to buy?

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