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C521 KGH

1986 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,251 mi
Last recorded71,251 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 1986 Reliant Scimitar71,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC521 KGH
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2018 71,251 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 71,251 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Nov 2017 71,251 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded suspension arm mounting area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded suspension arm mounting area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 71,251 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/S/F wiper blade scratching screen

Fail 21 Mar 2014 71,251 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine overheating, (Fan is running).

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/S/F wiper blade scratching screen

Pass 9 Jul 2012 71,251 miles

O/S/F steering & brake hoses covered in engine oil?

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

Fail 9 Jul 2012 71,251 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

O/S/F steering & brake hoses covered in engine oil?

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

Pass 6 Aug 2011 71,117 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 71,082 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 71,060 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 70,559 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 70,018 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 69,673 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 69,070 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Aug 2005 69,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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C521 KGH is a 1986 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C521 KGH, 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 C521 KGH registered?

C521 KGH is a 1986 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 27 March 1986.

Is C521 KGH safe to buy?

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