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L618 YVV

1993 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,499 mi
Last recorded79,499 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Reliant Scimitar51,644 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL618 YVV
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 79,499 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 5 Aug 2025 79,468 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Jul 2024 78,612 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 77,543 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 76,386 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Aug 2021 75,282 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2021 75,282 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 74,381 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Aug 2019 73,186 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 73,172 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 71,300 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 69,187 miles

brakes slightly spongy

Pass 28 Jul 2016 66,640 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 64,145 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 61,680 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 60,846 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 60,844 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 May 2012 59,858 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 59,858 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2011 58,054 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 56,193 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 May 2009 55,002 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 55,002 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 23 May 2008 52,698 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 52,682 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 May 2007 50,923 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 50,923 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2006 49,880 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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L618 YVV is a 1993 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1993 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 51,644 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 L618 YVV, 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 33 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L618 YVV registered?

L618 YVV is a 1993 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 4 August 1993.

Is L618 YVV safe to buy?

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