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A385 EPK

1984 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,374 mi
Last recorded81,374 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2008
Typical for 1984 Reliant Scimitar33,138 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA385 EPK
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2008 81,374 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

exhaust mounting rubbers starting to perish

Pass 19 Oct 2006 76,303 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2006 76,302 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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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A385 EPK is a 1984 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 33,138 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 A385 EPK, 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 42 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A385 EPK?

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What year was A385 EPK registered?

A385 EPK is a 1984 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 8 February 1984.

Is A385 EPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A385 EPK shows 3 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.

Does A385 EPK have outstanding finance?

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