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E825 UBW

1987 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

90,000 mi
Last recorded90,000 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 Reliant Scimitar74,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE825 UBW
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 90,000 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 88,599 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 87,806 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 86,465 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 83,773 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 82,405 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 82,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 81,215 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 80,506 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 79,635 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 78,448 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 76,998 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 75,623 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 74,001 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 71,522 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 69,552 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 67,171 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 64,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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E825 UBW is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 E825 UBW, 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 E825 UBW?

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What year was E825 UBW registered?

E825 UBW is a 1987 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E825 UBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E825 UBW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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