CarVerify

Free Car Check

B985 PDU

1985 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,835 mi
Last recorded25,835 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1985 Reliant Scimitar70,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationB985 PDU
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 25,835 miles

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2016 24,394 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 23,359 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 21,492 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 29 Apr 2010 21,492 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Coolant leak

Pass 15 Apr 2009 20,835 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 18,814 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 16,093 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 16,092 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 2 May 2006 12,615 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 12,615 miles
Pass 3 May 2005 10,870 miles
Fail 3 May 2005 10,870 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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
Full Reliant Scimitar reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

B985 PDU 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 69.2%.

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 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 B985 PDU, 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

How do I check the history of B985 PDU?

You can check the full history of B985 PDU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was B985 PDU registered?

B985 PDU is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B985 PDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B985 PDU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B985 PDU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on B985 PDU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.