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DHN 158T

1979 Reliant Scimitar

Brown Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,693 mi
Last recorded7,693 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2012
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHN 158T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2012 7,693 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 7,684 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 7,570 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 7,320 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 May 2007 6,316 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 4,856 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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DHN 158T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Brown with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 46,030 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 DHN 158T, 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 47 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 DHN 158T?

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What year was DHN 158T registered?

DHN 158T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 18 July 1979.

Is DHN 158T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHN 158T shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHN 158T have outstanding finance?

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