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BPE 820T

1979 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPE 820T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019

Rear Rear axle stabiliser bar mounting one bolt sheared off 3 bolts remaining holding bracket in place

front wipers not self parking

Pass 16 Dec 2015 3,649 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Nearside of steering rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 Dec 2015 3,649 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Nearside of steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 2,792 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 2,305 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 2,305 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust rubbers deteriated

Pass 18 Oct 2012 153 miles

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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BPE 820T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BPE 820T, 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 BPE 820T?

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What year was BPE 820T registered?

BPE 820T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 15 February 1979.

Is BPE 820T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPE 820T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BPE 820T have outstanding finance?

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