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COX 4K

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

14,325 mi
Last recorded14,325 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOX 4K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 14,325 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 13,870 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 13,860 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 13,087 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 11,301 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 10,835 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 10,382 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 9,519 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 8,508 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 7,649 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 6,007 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 4,929 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 4,381 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 4,162 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

14% imbalance front brakes

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 3,496 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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COX 4K is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 50,525 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 COX 4K, 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 46 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was COX 4K registered?

COX 4K is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is COX 4K safe to buy?

The MOT history for COX 4K shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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