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JHH 563V

1979 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

90,115 mi
Last recorded90,115 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHH 563V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 90,115 miles

shocker bushes weak

Pass 23 Jul 2015 89,737 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 89,596 miles

some corrosion present on outriggers

Fail 15 Jun 2012 89,491 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 89,411 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 89,411 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 88,884 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 88,884 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 87,982 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 87,974 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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JHH 563V is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 46,030 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 JHH 563V, 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 47 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 JHH 563V?

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What year was JHH 563V registered?

JHH 563V is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is JHH 563V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHH 563V shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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