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JJW 942W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,999 mi
Last recorded28,999 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJW 942W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 28,999 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 28,217 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 25,996 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 24,868 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 24,546 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 24,356 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 23,881 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 23,395 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 22,957 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 22,957 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 22,887 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 20,889 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 20,870 miles

All position lamps not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.A.2a)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 19,071 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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JJW 942W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 JJW 942W, 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

How do I check the history of JJW 942W?

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What year was JJW 942W registered?

JJW 942W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 11 February 1981.

Is JJW 942W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJW 942W shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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