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A533 ODY

1984 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

14,126 mi
Last recorded14,126 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 1984 Reliant Scimitar33,138 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA533 ODY
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 14,126 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Differential oil leak, but not excessive

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 13,944 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 13,944 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 13,580 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 13,580 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 13,155 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 May 2018 12,779 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 May 2018 12,767 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 May 2017 12,573 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Apr 2016 12,259 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Slight play in both inner steering rack joints

n/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 24 Jul 2014 11,998 miles

offside front spotlight not working

steering wheel covering insecure

Pass 15 Jul 2013 11,490 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 11,490 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2012 11,233 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 10,948 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 10,355 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 10,174 miles

both front brake hoses slightly perished

slight play in steering rack

Pass 12 Jan 2007 8,957 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 8,957 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2005 8,920 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2005 8,900 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight play in steering rack

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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A533 ODY is a 1984 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 A533 ODY, 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.

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What year was A533 ODY registered?

A533 ODY is a 1984 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 15 March 1984.

Is A533 ODY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A533 ODY shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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