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C739 TLF

1986 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,228 mi
Last recorded57,228 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Reliant Scimitar71,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC739 TLF
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 57,228 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 53,495 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 50,016 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 50,016 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 46,338 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Jul 2021 43,251 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 40,291 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 37,883 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 37,436 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 37,077 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 36,014 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 34,713 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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C739 TLF is a 1986 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 C739 TLF, 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 C739 TLF?

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What year was C739 TLF registered?

C739 TLF is a 1986 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 14 February 1986.

Is C739 TLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C739 TLF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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