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LFX 636W

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,577 mi
Last recorded83,577 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFX 636W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2019 83,577 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 83,440 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 83,031 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Jun 2016 82,474 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 81,936 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all wheel bearings slight play

Pass 19 May 2014 81,019 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 79,604 miles

Centre Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 May 2012 79,483 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 May 2011 79,181 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 18 May 2010 78,870 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2009 78,663 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 78,384 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 May 2007 78,049 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 77,452 miles

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

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

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

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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LFX 636W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LFX 636W, 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 LFX 636W registered?

LFX 636W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 22 September 1980.

Is LFX 636W safe to buy?

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