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KWO 352W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

10,416 mi
Last recorded10,416 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWO 352W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 10,416 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 9,176 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 8,299 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 6,840 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 3,590 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 459 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak engine ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 12 Dec 2017 447 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak engine ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 May 2016 99,324 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 98,416 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 97,777 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 97,659 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 97,513 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 97,384 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 97,255 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 97,051 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 96,897 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 96,837 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 96,604 miles

slight play in n/s/f shock absorber bush lower

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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KWO 352W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 KWO 352W, 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

How do I check the history of KWO 352W?

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What year was KWO 352W registered?

KWO 352W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is KWO 352W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWO 352W shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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