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ECF 79V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

59,198 mi
Last recorded59,198 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2008
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECF 79V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Oct 2008 59,198 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front number plate starting to fade

underbody rust needs addressing

Pass 28 Oct 2008 59,198 miles

front number plate starting to fade

underbody rust needs addressing

Pass 1 Nov 2007 58,530 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 58,517 miles

framework rusty

n/s brake light dim

Fail 28 Jun 2006 58,517 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

framework rusty

n/s brake light dim

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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ECF 79V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 50,525 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 ECF 79V, 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 46 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 ECF 79V?

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What year was ECF 79V registered?

ECF 79V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 30 January 1980.

Is ECF 79V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECF 79V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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