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VLD 507M

1974 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

27,858 mi
Last recorded27,858 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 1974 Reliant Scimitar42,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLD 507M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 27,858 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2024 27,858 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure u/j bolt loose (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 26,240 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 22,582 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 22,430 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 22,008 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 21,347 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 19,837 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 18,815 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 18,713 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 18,161 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

slight damage to the n/s/f disc,both front discs and pads virtually new.

slight play in the steering rack,nearside.

some corrosion of the rear brake pipes.

some general light rusting of underside of vehicle,and some weld repairs to the rearaxle mounting brackets.

Pass 4 Aug 2007 17,285 miles

slight damage to the n/s/f disc,both front discs and pads virtually new.

slight play in the steering rack,nearside.

some corrosion of the rear brake pipes.

some general light rusting of underside of vehicle,and some weld repairs to the rearaxle mounting brackets.

Pass 15 Nov 2006 15,464 miles

seats do not lock in normal position.

some damage to n/s/f disc.

some weld repairs to under side of vehicle.

Fail 11 Nov 2006 15,458 miles

Offside Rear Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

front seats do not lockin the upright position,normal manufacture design.

Pass 15 Oct 2005 11,690 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2005 11,690 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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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VLD 507M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1974 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 42,897 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 VLD 507M, 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 52 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 VLD 507M registered?

VLD 507M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 16 May 1974.

Is VLD 507M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLD 507M shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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