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C88 HUK

1986 Reliant Scimitar

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,952 mi
Last recorded95,952 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1986 Reliant Scimitar71,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC88 HUK
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 95,952 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2016 95,905 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 95,781 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 92,366 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 89,982 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 89,758 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 89,756 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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C88 HUK is a 1986 Reliant Scimitar in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 C88 HUK, 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 C88 HUK?

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What year was C88 HUK registered?

C88 HUK is a 1986 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is C88 HUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C88 HUK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C88 HUK have outstanding finance?

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