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YPC 685T

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

4,903 mi
Last recorded4,903 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPC 685T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 4,903 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 4,441 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 3,995 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 3,665 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 2,927 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2012 2,604 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 1,689 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 1,686 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 22 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 60,159 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 59,585 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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YPC 685T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 48,021 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 YPC 685T, 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 48 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 YPC 685T registered?

YPC 685T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 8 September 1978.

Is YPC 685T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPC 685T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YPC 685T have outstanding finance?

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