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SOM 250S

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,218 mi
Last recorded53,218 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2012
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOM 250S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2012 53,218 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 53,209 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

slight perrishing o/s/r tyre

Pass 6 Jun 2008 52,897 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 50,946 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 50,914 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

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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SOM 250S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 SOM 250S, 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

How do I check the history of SOM 250S?

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What year was SOM 250S registered?

SOM 250S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 September 1977.

Is SOM 250S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOM 250S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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