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UCR 999T

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,295 mi
Last recorded83,295 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2019
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCR 999T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2019 83,295 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 82,273 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 81,233 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 80,109 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 77,692 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 74,972 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 72,490 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 70,450 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 69,571 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 69,227 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 69,227 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

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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UCR 999T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 48,021 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 UCR 999T, 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 48 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 UCR 999T?

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What year was UCR 999T registered?

UCR 999T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 22 December 1978.

Is UCR 999T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UCR 999T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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