MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
66,092 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
brake pipes corroding,suspension components corroding,slight play in steering
brake pipes corroding,coil springs corroded,bonnet hinge broken
brake pipes for corrosion
heavy cracks in engine mounts
oil leak
operation of osf headlamp
osf bonnet hinge for security
as on original
Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E494 HRV is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 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 E494 HRV, 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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How do I check the history of E494 HRV?
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What year was E494 HRV registered?
E494 HRV is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1987.
Is E494 HRV safe to buy?
The MOT history for E494 HRV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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