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JBF 86H

1970 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

75,470 mi
Last recorded75,470 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1970 Reliant Scimitar58,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBF 86H
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 75,470 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 75,262 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 75,219 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 75,152 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 75,105 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 75,050 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 75,050 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 74,854 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 74,465 miles

drivers seat slide not working

hydrocarbons close to max limit

osr brake efficiency only just passed

Pass 7 Jul 2016 74,191 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 73,936 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 73,816 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 73,746 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 73,545 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 73,215 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 72,994 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 72,870 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 72,636 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 72,549 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 23 Jul 2007 72,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 72,221 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 72,172 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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JBF 86H is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1970 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 58,782 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 JBF 86H, 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 56 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JBF 86H registered?

JBF 86H is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 May 1970.

Is JBF 86H safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBF 86H shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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