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VMY 449M

1974 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,640 mi
Last recorded33,640 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Reliant Scimitar42,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMY 449M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 33,640 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 33,124 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 32,718 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 32,381 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 32,192 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 32,077 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 31,265 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 30,289 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 29,578 miles

very fine surface cracks in 2 front discs

Fail 7 Aug 2008 29,553 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

very fine surface cracks in 2 front discs

Pass 9 Aug 2007 28,646 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 27,853 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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VMY 449M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VMY 449M, 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

How do I check the history of VMY 449M?

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What year was VMY 449M registered?

VMY 449M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 10 April 1974.

Is VMY 449M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMY 449M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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