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XBV 631M

1973 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

7,491 mi
Last recorded7,491 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 Reliant Scimitar44,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBV 631M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 7,491 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 7,480 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 7,480 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 7,480 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 7,454 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 7,228 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 7,163 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 6,861 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight binding rear brakes

Pass 29 Jun 2009 6,694 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 5,575 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 4,451 miles

Knock from n/s/f no apparent play

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 2,667 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 1,616 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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XBV 631M is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1973 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 44,390 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 XBV 631M, 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 53 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 XBV 631M registered?

XBV 631M is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 5 September 1973.

Is XBV 631M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBV 631M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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