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E490 TYJ

1987 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,273 mi
Last recorded100,273 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2019
Typical for 1987 Reliant Scimitar74,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE490 TYJ
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2019 100,273 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 99,829 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive turbo return pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2014 97,731 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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E490 TYJ is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E490 TYJ, 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

How do I check the history of E490 TYJ?

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What year was E490 TYJ registered?

E490 TYJ is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 28 August 1987.

Is E490 TYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E490 TYJ shows 3 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 E490 TYJ have outstanding finance?

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