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B893 CFM

1985 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,861 mi
Last recorded48,861 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Reliant Scimitar70,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB893 CFM
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 48,861 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 42,242 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 41,947 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 39,517 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 38,156 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 34,956 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 34,228 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 33,794 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 Aug 2016 33,766 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 33,191 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 31,751 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 30,439 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 28,342 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 28,241 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 25,228 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 24,531 miles

SLIGHT WINDSCREEN DAMAGE, SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN STEERING RACK MOUNTING BUSHES

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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B893 CFM is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B893 CFM, 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 B893 CFM registered?

B893 CFM is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B893 CFM safe to buy?

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