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SPN 731R

1977 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

15,171 mi
Last recorded15,171 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPN 731R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 15,171 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 15,053 miles

Coolant hose from water pump perishing.

Exhaust rubber hangers deteriorated.

Pass 4 Jun 2016 14,835 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 14,800 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 12 Jun 2014 14,359 miles

brake pipes greased

fibre glass split along front

Fail 5 Apr 2014 14,342 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 10 May 2013 14,140 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 12,746 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 10,566 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 9,762 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 9,762 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 6,805 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 6,805 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 4,181 miles

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 4,181 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 900 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 98,294 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

slight oil leak from steering rack

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 21 Mar 2006 98,294 miles

slight oil leak from steering rack

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

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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SPN 731R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SPN 731R, 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 SPN 731R?

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What year was SPN 731R registered?

SPN 731R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 June 1977.

Is SPN 731R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPN 731R shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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