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G564 VRV

1989 Reliant Scimitar

Maroon Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

134,784 mi
Last recorded134,784 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2008
Typical for 1989 Reliant Scimitar76,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG564 VRV
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1989
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Nov 2008 134,784 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 134,784 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 134,338 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2007 134,338 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 129,925 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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G564 VRV is a 1989 Reliant Scimitar in Maroon with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 G564 VRV, 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 G564 VRV registered?

G564 VRV is a 1989 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G564 VRV safe to buy?

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