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B229 TFX

1985 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,890 mi
Last recorded53,890 miles
Recorded on8 May 2024
Typical for 1985 Reliant Scimitar70,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB229 TFX
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 May 2024 53,890 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 53,886 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 53,852 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 53,851 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 53,805 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 53,579 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 53,466 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 53,268 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 52,542 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 51,290 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 21 Jul 2009 50,357 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 28 May 2008 49,678 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 48,832 miles

corrosion appearing to underside

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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B229 TFX is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 70,962 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 B229 TFX, 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 41 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B229 TFX registered?

B229 TFX is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 16 May 1985.

Is B229 TFX safe to buy?

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