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JRS 816V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,314 mi
Last recorded17,314 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRS 816V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 17,314 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 10,177 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 8,981 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 6,873 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

emmision value 4.16% co

slight play in offside rack

Fail 12 Feb 2013 6,873 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

slight play in offside rack

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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JRS 816V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 JRS 816V, 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

How do I check the history of JRS 816V?

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What year was JRS 816V registered?

JRS 816V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is JRS 816V safe to buy?

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