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SBP 197K

1971 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,342 mi
Last recorded94,342 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBP 197K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 94,342 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 94,117 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 93,940 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 93,313 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2012 93,194 miles

All metal brake pipes slight corrosion

Exposed metalwork corrosion (chassis/suspension)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside wiper worn

Oil leak

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 93,050 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 92,754 miles

Oil leak

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 92,018 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

o/s/f suspension lower arm front bolt short

welding at front of both side members of poor standard

Fail 3 Jul 2008 91,170 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

o/s/f lower suspension arm inner front bush bolt slightly short

Pass 3 Jul 2008 91,170 miles

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

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

Oil leak

o/s/f lower suspension arm inner front bush bolt slightly short

Pass 26 Jun 2007 89,839 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 87,717 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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SBP 197K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 44,525 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 SBP 197K, 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 55 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SBP 197K registered?

SBP 197K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 17 November 1971.

Is SBP 197K safe to buy?

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