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WNK 796J

1971 Reliant Scimitar

Gold Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,901 mi
Last recorded2,901 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2019
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNK 796J
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2019 2,901 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 2,391 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 1,931 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 1,865 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 21 May 2013 1,740 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs pitted and corroded, starter motor faulty ??

Pass 24 May 2012 1,176 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 May 2011 379 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 379 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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WNK 796J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Gold with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 WNK 796J, 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

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What year was WNK 796J registered?

WNK 796J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 24 May 1971.

Is WNK 796J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNK 796J shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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