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KBL 223W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

70,743 mi
Last recorded70,743 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2015
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBL 223W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2015 70,743 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

engine has a slight oil leak

o/s/f brake hose close to top suspension arm during lock to lock test

o/s/r tyre sidewall slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Sep 2014 70,636 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/r tyre side wall deteriorated

slight surface corrosion to complete chassis

Fail 19 Sep 2014 70,636 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/r tyre side wall deteriorated

slight surface corrosion to complete chassis

Pass 24 May 2013 70,588 miles

BOTH front wiperblades slightly deteriorated

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight surface corrosion to complete chassis

Pass 29 May 2012 70,587 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 70,587 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 22 Mar 2012 70,587 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 70,586 miles

BOTH front brake flexys close to suspension

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

spare tyre flat

Fail 19 Mar 2011 70,577 miles

Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

o/s/r antiroll bar attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose but not insecure

spare tyre flat

Pass 20 Mar 2010 70,561 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 70,435 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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KBL 223W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 KBL 223W, 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

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What year was KBL 223W registered?

KBL 223W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 11 March 1981.

Is KBL 223W safe to buy?

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