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BPE 821T

1979 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,815 mi
Last recorded37,815 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPE 821T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2013 37,815 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 821T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 BPE 821T, 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 821T?

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What year was BPE 821T registered?

BPE 821T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is BPE 821T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPE 821T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BPE 821T have outstanding finance?

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