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C289 KEP

1994 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,394 mi
Last recorded80,394 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 1994 Reliant Scimitar63,833 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC289 KEP
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 80,394 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 76,128 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 76,635 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 May 2014 76,635 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 75,529 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 73,828 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 70,761 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 68,500 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 65,743 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 63,232 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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C289 KEP is a 1994 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1994 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 63,833 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 C289 KEP, 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 32 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 C289 KEP?

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What year was C289 KEP registered?

C289 KEP is a 1994 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 September 1994.

Is C289 KEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C289 KEP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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