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VRD 561J

1970 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

82,533 mi
Last recorded82,533 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2014
Typical for 1970 Reliant Scimitar58,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRD 561J
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2014 82,533 miles

brake servo removed

made up exhaust system

slight play in steering column bottom U/J

Pass 13 May 2013 80,610 miles

made up exhaust system

vehicle lowered

Fail 26 Apr 2013 80,605 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

made up exhaust system

vehicle lowered

Pass 19 May 2010 78,958 miles

N/S/F wheel bearing noisey.

Fail 17 May 2010 78,958 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

N/S/F wheel bearing noisey.

Pass 31 Oct 2008 77,459 miles

suspension slightly low

Fail 31 Oct 2008 77,459 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

suspension slightly low

Pass 17 Aug 2007 77,459 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 77,459 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 73,820 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 73,820 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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VRD 561J is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1970 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 58,782 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VRD 561J, 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 56 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 VRD 561J registered?

VRD 561J is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 13 November 1970.

Is VRD 561J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRD 561J shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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