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UUV 963S

1977 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

81,673 mi
Last recorded81,673 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUV 963S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 81,673 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 81,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 81,468 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 81,157 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 80,911 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 78,922 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 76,992 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2011 74,483 miles

nearside rear body mount is holed and corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2010 72,432 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 70,270 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 67,928 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play in steering column

Pass 24 Aug 2007 64,998 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 64,997 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2006 61,202 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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UUV 963S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UUV 963S, 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

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What year was UUV 963S registered?

UUV 963S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 13 December 1977.

Is UUV 963S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUV 963S shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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