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BRO 9

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,349 mi
Last recorded88,349 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRO 9
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 88,349 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2017 88,303 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 88,298 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

earth wires broken to front top wish bones

Pass 27 Apr 2015 88,061 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

alternater belt worn and loose

spare tyre flat

Pass 10 Oct 2012 87,877 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2012 87,877 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

slight play n/s/f lower arm bush

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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BRO 9 is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 50,912 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 BRO 9, 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 45 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 BRO 9?

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What year was BRO 9 registered?

BRO 9 is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 22 January 1981.

Is BRO 9 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRO 9 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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