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HVH 682W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,927 mi
Last recorded74,927 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVH 682W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 74,927 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central join (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2025 74,927 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Central join (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 67,629 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BRAKE PIPE COVERED IN GREASE OR SOME MATERIAL (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 67,192 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 67,178 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 67,031 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 66,972 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 66,900 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 12 Oct 2015 66,885 miles

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 66,677 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 66,677 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 66,513 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 65,916 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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HVH 682W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1981 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 50,912 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 HVH 682W, 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 45 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVH 682W registered?

HVH 682W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 2 March 1981.

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The MOT history for HVH 682W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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