MOT Status
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76,794 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
coolant leak
Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
coolant leak
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
footbrake very slow to operate on n/s/r
rear service brake preesure regulating valve damp with unknown fluid
slight freeplay in steering system
slight movement in upper steering column
steel brake pipe across front chassis rail corroding
steel brake pipe leading to nearside rear brake cylinder starting to corrode
Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
Nearside Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Offside Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
rear service brake pressure regulating valve damp with unknown fluid
slight freeplay in steering system
slight movement in upper steering column
steel brake pipe across front chassis rail corroding
unable to turn on rear fog lamp
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YYR 963T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1979 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 46,030 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 YYR 963T, 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 47 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was YYR 963T registered?
YYR 963T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 6 June 1979.
Is YYR 963T safe to buy?
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