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B646 RFA

1985 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,363 mi
Last recorded88,363 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 Reliant Scimitar70,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB646 RFA
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2024 88,363 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2023 87,627 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2022 86,612 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 85,694 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 85,275 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 84,321 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 83,439 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 83,394 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 82,814 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 81,947 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 81,749 miles

ADVISE/SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING/ ENGINE OIL LEAK POSSIBLY OIL PRESSURE SWITCH.

Pass 2 Sep 2011 81,512 miles

ADVISE/ SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING.

Pass 26 Jun 2010 81,368 miles

ADVISE/ SLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING.

Pass 21 May 2009 80,937 miles

corosion to n/s/r brake pipe (to hose)

front shocks weak particularly o/s

Pass 23 Jun 2007 80,526 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 80,270 miles

ADVISE/SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH REAR WHEEL BEARINGS

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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B646 RFA is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 B646 RFA, 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 B646 RFA registered?

B646 RFA is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 2 May 1985.

Is B646 RFA safe to buy?

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