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D799 GUE

1987 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,117 mi
Last recorded31,117 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Reliant Scimitar74,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD799 GUE
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 31,117 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 30,798 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 30,520 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 30,224 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 29,930 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 29,927 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 29,305 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 28,819 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 2,871 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 27,658 miles

all major componets showing corrosion recommend rebuild on suspension

Pass 3 May 2012 27,642 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 27,196 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 21 Jan 2011 27,196 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 21 Jan 2010 26,831 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 26,831 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 26,549 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 26,549 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 25,667 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 24,924 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 24,924 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 24,307 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 24,307 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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D799 GUE is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 D799 GUE, 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 D799 GUE registered?

D799 GUE is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 17 March 1987.

Is D799 GUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D799 GUE shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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