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FYM 306C

1965 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,758 mi
Last recorded32,758 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYM 306C
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,553cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2012 32,758 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 32,750 miles

Offside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)

partial separation of n/s/sr inner wheel arch to body.grp non load bearing

Pass 15 Jul 2010 32,699 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 32,699 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 32,654 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 32,654 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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FYM 306C is a 1965 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FYM 306C, 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 61 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FYM 306C?

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What year was FYM 306C registered?

FYM 306C is a 1965 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 29 October 1965.

Is FYM 306C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYM 306C shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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