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J686 REW

1991 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,142 mi
Last recorded88,142 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2010
Typical for 1991 Reliant Scimitar68,594 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ686 REW
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2010 88,142 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 88,142 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 88,025 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 87,743 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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J686 REW is a 1991 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 68,594 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 J686 REW, 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 35 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of J686 REW?

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What year was J686 REW registered?

J686 REW is a 1991 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 7 October 1991.

Is J686 REW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J686 REW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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