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UBV 351L

1972 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,021 mi
Last recorded91,021 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar44,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBV 351L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 91,021 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 90,400 miles

nearside rear hub seal has slight leak

Pass 3 Sep 2018 89,578 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 89,576 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail trapped in spring (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2017 87,853 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 85,963 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 82,659 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 78,395 miles

n/s/f tyre worn thin inside edge

o/s/f tyre worn thin inside edge

Pass 2 Sep 2013 75,876 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 71,578 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 68,671 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 66,215 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 62,335 miles

o/s/r wiper blade and arm

Pass 11 Aug 2008 59,835 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 50,765 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2005 50,765 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front Upper Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)

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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UBV 351L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UBV 351L, 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 UBV 351L registered?

UBV 351L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is UBV 351L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBV 351L shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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