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DLJ 118T

1979 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,975 mi
Last recorded75,975 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLJ 118T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 75,975 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 75,699 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 75,542 miles

Offside fog light not working.

Fail 8 Jul 2014 75,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside brake light dim.

Offside fog light not working.

Pass 12 Jul 2013 75,308 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 75,295 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 75,099 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 75,094 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Engine coolant leak.

No rear fog light telltale.

Play in NSF wheel bearing.

Pass 19 Apr 2011 74,642 miles

under vehicle slightly corroded

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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DLJ 118T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DLJ 118T, 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

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What year was DLJ 118T registered?

DLJ 118T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 3 July 1979.

Is DLJ 118T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLJ 118T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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