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SWK 554R

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,627 mi
Last recorded47,627 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWK 554R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 47,627 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 47,263 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 47,019 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 46,770 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 45,811 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 44,316 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 44,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 44,155 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 43,947 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 43,839 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 43,739 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 43,739 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 4 May 2006 43,704 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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SWK 554R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SWK 554R, 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

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What year was SWK 554R registered?

SWK 554R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 7 April 1977.

Is SWK 554R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWK 554R shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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