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E494 HRV

1987 Reliant Scimitar

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,092 mi
Last recorded66,092 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2012
Typical for 1987 Reliant Scimitar74,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE494 HRV
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2012 66,092 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 66,092 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 31 May 2011 65,762 miles

brake pipes corroding,suspension components corroding,slight play in steering

Pass 1 Jul 2009 65,487 miles

brake pipes corroding,coil springs corroded,bonnet hinge broken

Pass 25 Apr 2008 65,087 miles

brake pipes for corrosion

heavy cracks in engine mounts

oil leak

operation of osf headlamp

osf bonnet hinge for security

Pass 26 Apr 2007 64,894 miles

as on original

Fail 24 Apr 2007 64,891 miles

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.

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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