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TRY 972S

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,906 mi
Last recorded6,906 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRY 972S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2011 6,906 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 6,242 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 4,489 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 2,497 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 1,416 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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TRY 972S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TRY 972S, 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 TRY 972S?

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What year was TRY 972S registered?

TRY 972S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TRY 972S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRY 972S shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TRY 972S have outstanding finance?

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