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A602 JRF

1984 Reliant Scimitar

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,528 mi
Last recorded35,528 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Reliant Scimitar33,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA602 JRF
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 35,528 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 35,521 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 35,514 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 35,506 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 35,499 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 35,492 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 35,446 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2018 35,439 miles

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

Offside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety steering rack leaking from gator (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 35,369 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 35,361 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component leaking Fuel leak from Carburettor (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak Engine oil leak. ()

Pass 27 Jul 2016 35,313 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 35,313 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Tail Lamp goes out on application of stop lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 35,281 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 35,277 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 35,240 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 35,027 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 35,207 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 35,175 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 35,175 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 35,129 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 35,096 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 35,031 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 34,965 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 34,965 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 34,907 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 34,905 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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A602 JRF is a 1984 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 A602 JRF, 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

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What year was A602 JRF registered?

A602 JRF is a 1984 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 19 January 1984.

Is A602 JRF safe to buy?

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