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VMB 239R

1977 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMB 239R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017

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

Fail 11 Jul 2017

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016
Pass 27 Jul 2015 99,970 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 99,948 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2013
Pass 5 Jul 2012 99,948 miles

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)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 99,930 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)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 99,930 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)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 99,920 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 99,919 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 99,909 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 99,909 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 99,899 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 99,898 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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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.

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