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JKK 880V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

73,772 mi
Last recorded73,772 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKK 880V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 73,772 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 73,133 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 71,920 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 70,860 miles

slight oil leak

tank strap broken

Pass 24 Jul 2015 69,664 miles

Oil leak

Rear diff slight leak

Pass 4 Aug 2014 68,511 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 67,202 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 65,874 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 65,602 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 64,257 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 64,255 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 62,740 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 61,767 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 61,410 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 60,882 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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JKK 880V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 50,525 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 JKK 880V, 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 46 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JKK 880V registered?

JKK 880V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 7 March 1980.

Is JKK 880V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKK 880V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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