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YEL 860S

1977 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,642 mi
Last recorded83,642 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEL 860S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 83,642 miles

Nearside Front tyres deteriorated

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 9 Jan 2013 82,647 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear axle has oil leak near hubs

Fail 16 May 2012 82,647 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 82,621 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jul 2009 82,243 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 82,027 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 80,662 miles

Near side front top suspension bush worn.

Pass 31 Mar 2006 79,649 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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YEL 860S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1977 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 48,816 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 YEL 860S, 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 49 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 YEL 860S registered?

YEL 860S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 28 September 1977.

Is YEL 860S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEL 860S 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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