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C665 HMA

1985 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,167 mi
Last recorded82,167 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1985 Reliant Scimitar70,962 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC665 HMA
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 82,167 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 72,196 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 62,665 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 54,523 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 47,963 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 40,253 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 33,470 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 25,063 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 15,752 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 15,752 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 2,328 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 2,327 miles

Brake pedal does not operate a brake fitted to each wheel (3.3.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake operation has insufficient assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated (3.3.D.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2016 92,255 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 80,560 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 71,358 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 55,581 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 44,979 miles

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

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

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 30,875 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 17,992 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 2,750 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 2,720 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 89,675 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 74,057 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 55,064 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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C665 HMA is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C665 HMA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C665 HMA?

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What year was C665 HMA registered?

C665 HMA is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 2 December 1985.

Is C665 HMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C665 HMA shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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