MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
84,779 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Both front tyres worn on inside edge
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
both front tyres worn on inside edge
offside rear chassis getting rusty
Front brakes slightly out of balance
Rear end of chassis diagonals getting rusty
Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)
front brakes slightly out of balance
front tyres wearing on inside edge
rear end of chassis diagonals getting rusty
Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
Nearside Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Front tyres wearing on inner part
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FCV 844V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FCV 844V, 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.
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What year was FCV 844V registered?
FCV 844V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 April 1980.
Is FCV 844V safe to buy?
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