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D421 SGK

1987 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,192 mi
Last recorded95,192 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 1987 Reliant Scimitar74,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD421 SGK
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 95,192 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 95,186 miles

Nearside Front inner track rod ball join slight play

Offside Front inner track rod ball join has slight play

Pass 5 Aug 2011 95,177 miles

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

Oil leak

slight play in both sides of steering rack inner ball ends

Fail 5 Aug 2011 95,177 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

slight play in both sides of steering rack inner ball ends

Pass 9 Aug 2007 94,946 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 94,513 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 94,513 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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D421 SGK is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D421 SGK, 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

How do I check the history of D421 SGK?

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What year was D421 SGK registered?

D421 SGK is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 8 May 1987.

Is D421 SGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D421 SGK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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