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FHD 135W

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Brown Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,958 mi
Last recorded35,958 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHD 135W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 35,958 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 35,553 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 35,068 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 34,524 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 33,793 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 32,859 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 32,574 miles

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer chassis rail near rear axle swing arm assembly mounting point. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 31,608 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 30,424 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 29,310 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 27,937 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 26,969 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 25,835 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 123,289 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 21,520 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 20,052 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 19,049 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 17,920 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 16,520 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 14,799 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 12,920 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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FHD 135W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Brown with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FHD 135W, 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

How do I check the history of FHD 135W?

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What year was FHD 135W registered?

FHD 135W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 4 September 1980.

Is FHD 135W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHD 135W shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FHD 135W have outstanding finance?

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