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A926 RBK

1983 Reliant Scimitar

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

66,120 mi
Last recorded66,120 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1983 Reliant Scimitar58,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA926 RBK
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 66,120 miles

o/s front steering rack gaiter split

radiator in poor condition

slight oil leak from steering rack

x1 number plate light out

Pass 4 Sep 2024 65,758 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 65,717 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 65,717 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 65,589 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine, gearbox and rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 65,487 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 65,479 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 65,466 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2019 65,466 miles

Fuel system component leaking pump? (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 65,446 miles

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

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

Towbar obstructing the registration plate (6.1.6 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 65,440 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play in near side front steering rack inner joint

Pass 27 Sep 2016 65,437 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Sep 2015 65,308 miles

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

o/s number plate light dim

slight play in n/s of steering rack inner joint

Fail 18 Sep 2015 65,308 miles

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

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

o/s number plate light dim

slight play in n/s of steering rack inner joint

Pass 25 Sep 2014 65,305 miles

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

o/s number plate light dim

wiper linkage appears to be worn/loose

Pass 18 Sep 2013 64,828 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 64,772 miles

slight play nearside front inner steering arm

Pass 29 Sep 2011 64,657 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 64,634 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 64,191 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 63,907 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 63,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 62,833 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

off side middle exhaust clamp missing.

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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A926 RBK is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 A926 RBK, 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.

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What year was A926 RBK registered?

A926 RBK is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A926 RBK safe to buy?

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