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886 WK

1971 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,993 mi
Last recorded70,993 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar44,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration886 WK
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2017 70,993 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 70,951 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 70,878 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 70,822 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 70,776 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 70,627 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 70,493 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 70,386 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 70,272 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 70,039 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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886 WK is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 44,525 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 886 WK, 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 55 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 886 WK registered?

886 WK is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 16 March 1971.

Is 886 WK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 886 WK shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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