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E247 WMB

1987 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,782 mi
Last recorded66,782 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1987 Reliant Scimitar74,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE247 WMB
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 66,782 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

coil spring corroded all coils (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 10 May 2018 66,782 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

coil spring corroded all coils (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 May 2017 65,892 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer wall starting to deteriorate

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

coil spring corroded all four coils (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 8 May 2017 65,878 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Outer wall starting to deteriorate

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

coil spring corroded all four coils (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 64,324 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 64,283 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 64,223 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 64,147 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 64,132 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 64,053 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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E247 WMB is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 E247 WMB, 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.

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What year was E247 WMB registered?

E247 WMB is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E247 WMB safe to buy?

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