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A721 RGF

1983 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,814 mi
Last recorded79,814 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1983 Reliant Scimitar58,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA721 RGF
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 79,814 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2025 79,814 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam Both. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 79,478 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner slight play in inner rack end

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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A721 RGF is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 A721 RGF, 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 A721 RGF?

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What year was A721 RGF registered?

A721 RGF is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A721 RGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A721 RGF 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.

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