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ESF 439W

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,443 mi
Last recorded71,443 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESF 439W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 71,443 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 71,443 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 71,362 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 71,318 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 70,825 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 70,298 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 69,794 miles

Advise fuel filter rubbing on bodywork

Advise slight noise on n/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 17 Aug 2013 69,743 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 69,743 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 69,277 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 68,085 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

hazards flash fast

nearside park brake reading a little low

Pass 19 Dec 2009 67,764 miles

Direction indicators work slowly(just within tolerance)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 67,764 miles

Indicators slow,(only just over 60 times per min)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Signs of slight leak from power steering

Pass 9 Jun 2007 67,413 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 9 Jun 2007 67,413 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 66,948 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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ESF 439W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 ESF 439W, 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

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What year was ESF 439W registered?

ESF 439W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is ESF 439W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESF 439W shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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