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B81 KPC

1984 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,298 mi
Last recorded24,298 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 1984 Reliant Scimitar33,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB81 KPC
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 24,298 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 24,298 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Fail 1 May 2018 24,289 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Central Front Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded ON CALIPER (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded ON CALIPER (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 24,274 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 24,256 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 20,712 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 20,700 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

spare wheel flat

Pass 21 Dec 2009 15,719 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 35,773 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 29,184 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 22,256 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 14,388 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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B81 KPC is a 1984 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 33,138 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B81 KPC, 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 42 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B81 KPC?

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What year was B81 KPC registered?

B81 KPC is a 1984 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 21 September 1984.

Is B81 KPC safe to buy?

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