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C172 KNH

1985 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,608 mi
Last recorded15,608 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Reliant Scimitar70,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC172 KNH
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 15,608 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 15,260 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 14,872 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 14,205 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 13,657 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 13,104 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 12,690 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 12,090 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 11,591 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 11,058 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 10,515 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 9,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 9,379 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jun 2013 9,375 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 8,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 7,958 miles

Oil leak

o/s rear tyre

Pass 8 Jun 2010 7,173 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 6,244 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 5,487 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 3,778 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 1,143 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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C172 KNH is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 C172 KNH, 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 C172 KNH?

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What year was C172 KNH registered?

C172 KNH is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 2 December 1985.

Is C172 KNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C172 KNH shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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