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F753 NGM

1988 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,194 mi
Last recorded34,194 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Reliant Scimitar66,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF753 NGM
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 34,194 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 33,851 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2024 33,847 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 33,557 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 33,125 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 32,719 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 32,461 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 32,247 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 31,700 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 31,362 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 30,849 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 30,209 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 29,515 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 28,611 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 27,799 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 26,839 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 25,819 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 24,419 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 23,527 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 22,877 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 22,034 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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F753 NGM is a 1988 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 F753 NGM, 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

How do I check the history of F753 NGM?

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What year was F753 NGM registered?

F753 NGM is a 1988 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 4 October 1988.

Is F753 NGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F753 NGM shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F753 NGM have outstanding finance?

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