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SND 843K

1971 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

8,042 mi
Last recorded8,042 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSND 843K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 8,042 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 5,522 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 4,919 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 1,738 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 1,685 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 1,456 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 1,063 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 331 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 65,078 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 65,012 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 64,739 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 64,390 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 63,960 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 63,471 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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SND 843K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SND 843K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SND 843K registered?

SND 843K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is SND 843K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SND 843K shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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