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C55 KLG

1986 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

50,180 mi
Last recorded50,180 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Reliant Scimitar71,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC55 KLG
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 50,180 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 42,066 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 37,372 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 33,993 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2022 33,993 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 29,181 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 24,025 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 23,525 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 20,081 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 14,142 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 11,504 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 11,504 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 7,122 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 2,903 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 212 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 96,875 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 95,332 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 95,219 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 92,449 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 90,245 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 90,245 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 85,150 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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C55 KLG is a 1986 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 C55 KLG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C55 KLG?

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What year was C55 KLG registered?

C55 KLG is a 1986 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is C55 KLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C55 KLG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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