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F916 MBB

1989 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,420 mi
Last recorded127,420 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2006
Typical for 1989 Reliant Scimitar76,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF916 MBB
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2006 127,420 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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F916 MBB is a 1989 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F916 MBB, 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.

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What year was F916 MBB registered?

F916 MBB is a 1989 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 17 February 1989.

Is F916 MBB safe to buy?

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