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UNV 230R

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,620 mi
Last recorded54,620 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2008
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNV 230R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2008 54,620 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

signs of corrsion under body

Fail 1 Aug 2008 54,620 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

signs of corrsion under body

Pass 18 May 2007 54,620 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

sign of perishing suspension bushes slight play in rack sign of corrosion chassis and suspension parts

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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UNV 230R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 UNV 230R, 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 UNV 230R?

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What year was UNV 230R registered?

UNV 230R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 16 May 1977.

Is UNV 230R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNV 230R 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 UNV 230R have outstanding finance?

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