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TNR 168L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,265 mi
Last recorded8,265 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNR 168L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2018 8,265 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 8,021 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 7,489 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 6,904 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 6,631 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 5,860 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 5,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 4,784 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 4,374 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

oil leak rear axle

Pass 21 Jul 2009 3,818 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 3,068 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 2,571 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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TNR 168L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,676 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 TNR 168L, 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 54 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 TNR 168L registered?

TNR 168L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is TNR 168L safe to buy?

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