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FSW 33Y

1983 Reliant Scimitar

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

41,129 mi
Last recorded41,129 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2010
Typical for 1983 Reliant Scimitar58,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSW 33Y
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2010 41,129 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 40,896 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 40,896 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 30 Oct 2007 40,793 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight exhaust blow at rear

Pass 30 Oct 2007 40,793 miles

slight exhaust blow at rear

Pass 27 Oct 2006 40,252 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 40,252 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 39,965 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2005 39,965 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

slight wear in power steering rack.

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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FSW 33Y is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1983 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 58,762 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 FSW 33Y, 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 43 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 FSW 33Y?

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What year was FSW 33Y registered?

FSW 33Y is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 13 April 1983.

Is FSW 33Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSW 33Y shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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