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B4 KDS

1985 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

81,877 mi
Last recorded81,877 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 1985 Reliant Scimitar70,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB4 KDS
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 81,877 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 80,832 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Oct 2023 80,829 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 79,795 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 78,690 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 77,999 miles

Offroad trails car

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sill dented

Pass 6 Sep 2019 77,453 miles

Offroad trails car.

Sill dented.

Pass 16 Jan 2019 77,070 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 76,804 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 75,949 miles

advise raised suspension, used off road

Pass 4 Sep 2015 74,943 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 73,741 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 72,549 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 2 Sep 2013 72,549 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 71,587 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 70,389 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 67,954 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 109,659 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 107,705 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 106,395 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 103,458 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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B4 KDS is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 B4 KDS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B4 KDS registered?

B4 KDS is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B4 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B4 KDS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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