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LCW 416W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,258 mi
Last recorded15,258 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCW 416W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 15,258 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 14,749 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Some general underbody surface corrosion

Pass 15 Oct 2016 13,942 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Corrosion throughout

Nearside front bearing slight play

Offside track rod end dust cover poor condition

Fail 8 Oct 2016 13,910 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Turns off when stop lights are turned on (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Corrosion throughout

Nearside front bearing slight play

Offside track rod end dust cover poor condition

Pass 9 Nov 2009 13,880 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear brake backing plates damp

rear brake balance just met

Pass 5 Jun 2008 13,848 miles

tested wet oil leak rear diff leaking oil

Fail 28 May 2008 13,847 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

tested wet oil leak rear diff leaking oil

Pass 14 Jun 2007 13,670 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 12,870 miles

nsf tyre close to limit.os & ns rear back plate damaged.

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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LCW 416W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LCW 416W, 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.

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What year was LCW 416W registered?

LCW 416W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is LCW 416W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCW 416W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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