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EJX 996S

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,668 mi
Last recorded60,668 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJX 996S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 60,668 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 60,578 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 60,448 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 60,103 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 60,062 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/f trunion bushes slightly worn

reverse light inop

Fail 6 Aug 2009 60,062 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

o/s/f trunion bushes slightly worn

reverse light inop

Pass 31 Jul 2008 59,498 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 59,135 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 58,935 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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EJX 996S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 48,021 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 EJX 996S, 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 48 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EJX 996S?

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What year was EJX 996S registered?

EJX 996S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is EJX 996S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJX 996S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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