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KPF 541W

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

67,953 mi
Last recorded67,953 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPF 541W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 67,953 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 66,231 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 64,944 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 64,000 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 63,595 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Sep 2014 63,591 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2013 63,198 miles

Brake pedel antislip slightly worm

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Seatbelt stalk missing o/s/f but not affecting lock mechanism

Fail 28 Aug 2013 63,194 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Brake pedel antislip slightly worm

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Seatbelt stalk missing o/s/f but not affecting lock mechanism

Pass 20 Sep 2012 63,036 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 62,621 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 62,252 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 61,957 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2008 61,623 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 61,623 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 61,257 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 61,240 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Inner Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2006 60,680 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 60,677 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 59,767 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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KPF 541W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KPF 541W, 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 KPF 541W registered?

KPF 541W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 20 August 1980.

Is KPF 541W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPF 541W shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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