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B80 LPJ

1985 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

16,924 mi
Last recorded16,924 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Reliant Scimitar70,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB80 LPJ
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 16,924 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 16,640 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 16,082 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 15,034 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 13,685 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 13,639 miles

nearside rear tyre 2mm inner edge

Fail 22 Apr 2013 13,632 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

nearside rear tyre 2mm and uneven inner tread

Pass 22 Apr 2013 13,632 miles

nearside rear tyre 2mm and uneven inner tread

Pass 20 Feb 2012 13,625 miles

nearside rear tyre 2mm and uneven inner tread

slight oil leak nearside rear hub

Pass 7 Jan 2011 13,597 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 13,445 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside rear tyre 2mm and uneven inner tread

Pass 23 Sep 2008 13,395 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyres starting to go out of shape

nearside rear hub seal leak?

slight play nearside rack

Fail 10 Sep 2008 13,391 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front tyres going out of shape

nearside rear hub seal leak?

slight play nearside rack

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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B80 LPJ is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 B80 LPJ, 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 B80 LPJ registered?

B80 LPJ is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B80 LPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B80 LPJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B80 LPJ have outstanding finance?

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