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F738 CJK

1989 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

28,945 mi
Last recorded28,945 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 1989 Reliant Scimitar76,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF738 CJK
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 28,945 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 28,913 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 28,872 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 28,840 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 28,737 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 28,698 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 28,461 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 28,461 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 27,388 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 26,614 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 24,784 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 24,777 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 24,692 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 24,692 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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F738 CJK is a 1989 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1989 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 76,393 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 F738 CJK, 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 37 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 F738 CJK?

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What year was F738 CJK registered?

F738 CJK is a 1989 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F738 CJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F738 CJK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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