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L678 XVK

1989 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

105,404 mi
Last recorded105,404 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Reliant Scimitar76,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL678 XVK
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 105,404 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 104,675 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 103,613 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 102,540 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 101,210 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 101,013 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 101,012 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 100,346 miles

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

all 4 tyres tread low

Fail 18 Dec 2017 100,345 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

all 4 tyres tread low

Pass 12 Dec 2016 95,676 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 90,430 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

fuel hose from tank to pump split and deteriorated

Fail 11 Dec 2015 90,428 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

fuel hose from tank to pump split and deteriorated

Pass 21 Nov 2014 84,042 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 79,341 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 73,238 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 63,392 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 57,641 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 53,244 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 5,049 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 47,474 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 47,043 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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L678 XVK is a 1989 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 76,393 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 L678 XVK, 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 37 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 L678 XVK?

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What year was L678 XVK registered?

L678 XVK is a 1989 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is L678 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L678 XVK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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