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A573 HVU

1983 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,192 mi
Last recorded45,192 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2016
Typical for 1983 Reliant Scimitar58,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA573 HVU
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2016 45,192 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 44,016 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 44,016 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 41,329 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 41,329 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 40,043 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 37,153 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 31,339 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 27,882 miles

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

wipers are working but are slow.

Pass 30 Apr 2008 27,080 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 25,673 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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A573 HVU is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1983 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 58,762 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 A573 HVU, 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 43 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 A573 HVU?

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What year was A573 HVU registered?

A573 HVU is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 16 September 1983.

Is A573 HVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A573 HVU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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