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WKL 590J

1970 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,143 mi
Last recorded74,143 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1970 Reliant Scimitar58,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKL 590J
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 74,143 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 73,185 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 72,340 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 71,420 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 71,235 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 20 May 2009 71,235 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2008 71,003 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 13 May 2008 71,003 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 70,773 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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WKL 590J is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 WKL 590J, 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

How do I check the history of WKL 590J?

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What year was WKL 590J registered?

WKL 590J is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 November 1970.

Is WKL 590J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKL 590J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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