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E861 XYD

1988 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,834 mi
Last recorded60,834 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Reliant Scimitar66,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE861 XYD
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 60,834 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 60,691 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 60,534 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 60,198 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 59,993 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 59,237 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 58,788 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 58,788 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 58,478 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 56,391 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2012 56,391 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 54,625 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 53,856 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 3 Feb 2009 52,483 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 51,927 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 51,378 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 51,378 miles

Centre Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

brake pad sensors not connected

Pass 9 Feb 2006 51,096 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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E861 XYD is a 1988 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 66,096 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 E861 XYD, 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 38 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 E861 XYD?

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What year was E861 XYD registered?

E861 XYD is a 1988 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is E861 XYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E861 XYD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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