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RYM 45R

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Cream Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,162 mi
Last recorded26,162 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYM 45R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 26,162 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 26,159 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Direction indicators not working hazard (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 26,129 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 26,096 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 26,069 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 25,964 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Gear oil leak

Universal joint under bonnet steering pivot point has slight play

o/s/f slight brake bind

o/s/r outriger slightly corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2013 25,964 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Gear oil leak

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

o/s/f slight brake bind

o/s/r outriger slightly corroded

rear Fog light inop

Pass 5 Nov 2012 25,964 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 25,964 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2007 25,670 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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RYM 45R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Cream with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 RYM 45R, 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 RYM 45R registered?

RYM 45R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 5 May 1977.

Is RYM 45R safe to buy?

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