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BBM 994T

1979 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,665 mi
Last recorded2,665 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBM 994T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2025 2,665 miles

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

o/s washer jet not working (n/s provides water)

Pass 21 Nov 2022 2,259 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 2,221 miles

slight wear in steering column joint

Pass 30 Sep 2020 1,958 miles

slight wear in steering column joint

Pass 18 Apr 2019 1,607 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 1,119 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 731 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 212 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 99,802 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 99,457 miles

n/s rear brake sticking slightly

slight unballance to rear brakes

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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BBM 994T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 46,030 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 BBM 994T, 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 47 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 BBM 994T?

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What year was BBM 994T registered?

BBM 994T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is BBM 994T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBM 994T shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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