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C200 DUV

1986 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,224 mi
Last recorded31,224 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 1986 Reliant Scimitar71,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC200 DUV
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 31,224 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 31,209 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 31,209 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 31,041 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2011 31,041 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 30,999 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

park brake has long travel

Fail 22 Jul 2010 30,999 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

park brake has long travel

Pass 26 Jun 2009 30,981 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 30,963 miles

park brake in need of ajustment soon

Pass 5 Jun 2007 30,948 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 30,648 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 29,877 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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C200 DUV is a 1986 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 71,273 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 C200 DUV, 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 40 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C200 DUV registered?

C200 DUV is a 1986 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C200 DUV safe to buy?

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