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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front coil spring worn both front springs weak (2.4.C.1b)
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Front steering rack has slight play in n/s
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear rear shock absorber mount corroded but not weakened
Front coil spring worn both front springs weak (2.4.C.1b)
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Front steering rack has slight play in n/s
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear rear shock absorber mount corroded but not weakened
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Rear Brake cable repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)
Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Steering component deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
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VMB 239R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 VMB 239R, 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.
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What year was VMB 239R registered?
VMB 239R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 26 April 1977.
Is VMB 239R safe to buy?
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