MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
7,242 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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An item not tested (Manual)
Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)
unable to test brakes due to test being suspended. reason ,engine cut out and refuses to restart again
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VWG 212J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Brown with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1971 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 44,525 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 VWG 212J, 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 55 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 VWG 212J?
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What year was VWG 212J registered?
VWG 212J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 23 February 1971.
Is VWG 212J safe to buy?
The MOT history for VWG 212J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VWG 212J have outstanding finance?
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