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E893 AET

1988 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

8,050 mi
Last recorded8,050 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 Reliant Scimitar66,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE893 AET
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 8,050 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 8,022 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 7,994 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 7,646 miles

Nearside Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Front (2.7.4)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 7,358 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 6,711 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 5,884 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 5,884 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Inner Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Fail 11 Nov 2011 5,368 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 11 Nov 2011 5,368 miles

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

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 4 Jun 2009 4,870 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 3,960 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 92,470 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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E893 AET is a 1988 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 E893 AET, 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

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What year was E893 AET registered?

E893 AET is a 1988 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E893 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for E893 AET shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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