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UFX 770L

1973 Reliant Scimitar

Purple Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,209 mi
Last recorded24,209 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Reliant Scimitar44,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFX 770L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 24,209 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 24,172 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 24,172 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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

both front brakes starting to get tight

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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UFX 770L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar in Purple with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1973 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 44,390 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UFX 770L, 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 53 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 UFX 770L?

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What year was UFX 770L registered?

UFX 770L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 17 January 1973.

Is UFX 770L safe to buy?

The MOT history for UFX 770L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UFX 770L have outstanding finance?

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