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SSX 903R

1976 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,389 mi
Last recorded86,389 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2008
Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar40,254 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSX 903R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2008 86,389 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 86,354 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 86,340 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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SSX 903R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 40,254 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 SSX 903R, 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 50 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 SSX 903R?

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What year was SSX 903R registered?

SSX 903R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 September 1976.

Is SSX 903R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSX 903R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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