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D178 VTO

1987 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,069 mi
Last recorded125,069 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1987 Reliant Scimitar74,418 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD178 VTO
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 125,069 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 124,083 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 123,919 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight play in o/side and n/side of steering rack end

Pass 13 Aug 2007 123,458 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 122,219 miles

n/s/f tyre requires inflating

Fail 16 Mar 2006 122,202 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

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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D178 VTO is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 74,418 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 D178 VTO, 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 39 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D178 VTO registered?

D178 VTO is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 20 May 1987.

Is D178 VTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D178 VTO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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