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D314 YPB

1987 Reliant Scimitar

Black Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

75,607 mi
Last recorded75,607 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1987 Reliant Scimitar74,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD314 YPB
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 75,607 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 75,522 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 75,502 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 75,462 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 75,434 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 75,396 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 75,351 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 75,336 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 75,313 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 75,141 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 74,686 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 74,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

clutch cable touching steering column

general rust on sprigs and shockers

handbrake outer cables split

o/s track rod end boot split

rear number plate cracked

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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D314 YPB is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 D314 YPB, 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 D314 YPB registered?

D314 YPB is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 4 April 1987.

Is D314 YPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D314 YPB 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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