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DPK 60V

1979 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,932 mi
Last recorded75,932 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPK 60V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 75,932 miles

dipswitch slightly deterioted

Pass 17 Jul 2014 75,503 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 74,766 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 74,766 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 78,335 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 72,150 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 68,235 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

hazzard warning lighs flashing slow , engine overheating before cooling fan cuts in .

Fail 25 Jan 2008 68,235 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

hazzard warning lighs flashing slow , engine overheating before cooling fan cuts in .

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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DPK 60V is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DPK 60V, 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 DPK 60V registered?

DPK 60V is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 8 October 1979.

Is DPK 60V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPK 60V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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