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JLT 847V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2020
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

79,002 mi
Last recorded79,002 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLT 847V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 79,002 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 78,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CHASSIS CROSS TUBE MOUNTING (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CHASSIS DIAGONAL BRACE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL LONGITUDINAL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CHASSIS CROSS TUBE MOUNTING (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CHASSIS DIAGONAL BRACE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL LONGITUDINAL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

ALL FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES DETERIORATED

NO REAR FOG LAMP WARNING LAMP OPERATIVE

Pass 12 Jul 2017 78,842 miles

BOTH REAR POSITION LAMPS HAVE INCORRECT BULB

O/S AUXILLARY DRIVING LAMP INOPERATIVE

RUMBLE FROM BOTH REAR HUB BEARINGS

Fail 11 Jul 2017 78,841 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported R/H FRONT TO REAR (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

BOTH REAR POSITION LAMPS HAVE INCORRECT BULB

O/S AUXILLARY DRIVING LAMP INOPERATIVE

RUMBLE FROM BOTH REAR HUB BEARINGS

Pass 12 Jul 2016 78,004 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

all exhaust rubber hangers perrished

both headlight beam patterns weak but visable

chassis covered with underseal

chassis has multiple repairs

corrosion in chassis

cut across tyre tread but not deep enough to reach the cords

front brake discs slightly corroded

n/s handbrake effort lower than o/s but enough to meet requirements

n/s/f brake hose slightly deteriorated

n/s/f inner main beam inop

o/s/f brakes binding very slightly

oil leak

wiper arm linkage loose n/s and o/s but wipers working

Pass 10 Jul 2015 77,679 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 76,920 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 75,889 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2013 75,889 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2012 74,792 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 73,525 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nsr bump stop missing

Fail 1 Jun 2011 73,525 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nsr bump stop missing

Fail 7 Jun 2010 71,940 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 71,940 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 69,335 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 69,335 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 67,476 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 65,457 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 65,457 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 8 Jun 2006 64,716 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 64,716 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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JLT 847V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 JLT 847V, 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.

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What year was JLT 847V registered?

JLT 847V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 14 May 1980.

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