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JJW 943W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,463 mi
Last recorded39,463 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJW 943W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2024 39,463 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 39,444 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 39,360 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 38,976 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 38,468 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 38,309 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 38,126 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 37,841 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 37,368 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 36,889 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 36,882 miles

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2009 36,834 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 36,774 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 36,192 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 943W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 943W, 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 943W?

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What year was JJW 943W registered?

JJW 943W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 11 February 1981.

Is JJW 943W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJW 943W shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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