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JJW 956W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

106,594 mi
Last recorded106,594 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJW 956W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 106,594 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 104,952 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 101,152 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 91,944 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 97,917 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 94,361 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 91,589 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 89,588 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 85,252 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 82,145 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 78,767 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 74,525 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 71,364 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 168,962 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 956W 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 92.9%.

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 956W, 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 956W?

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What year was JJW 956W registered?

JJW 956W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 5 March 1981.

Is JJW 956W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJW 956W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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