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TPA 69S

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Brown Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,698 mi
Last recorded55,698 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPA 69S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2017 55,698 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 49,225 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 44,818 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

fuel filter

Pass 17 Dec 2014 39,942 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Dec 2014 39,831 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2013 34,235 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 29,190 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 23,472 miles

Front brake discs pitted.

Oil leak

Fail 13 Oct 2011 23,472 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake discs pitted.

Oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2010 19,355 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 9,263 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 1,628 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 96,746 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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TPA 69S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Brown 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 TPA 69S, 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 TPA 69S registered?

TPA 69S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TPA 69S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPA 69S 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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