MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
79,002 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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
BOTH REAR POSITION LAMPS HAVE INCORRECT BULB
O/S AUXILLARY DRIVING LAMP INOPERATIVE
RUMBLE FROM BOTH REAR HUB BEARINGS
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
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
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
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
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
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)
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
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
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)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
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)
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)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
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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.
Is JLT 847V safe to buy?
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