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C509 FAR

1985 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,058 mi
Last recorded120,058 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2008
Typical for 1985 Reliant Scimitar70,962 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC509 FAR
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2008 120,058 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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C509 FAR is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C509 FAR, 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.

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How do I check the history of C509 FAR?

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What year was C509 FAR registered?

C509 FAR is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C509 FAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C509 FAR 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.

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