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LHR 383F

1968 Reliant Scimitar

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,371 mi
Last recorded49,371 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 1968 Reliant Scimitar39,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHR 383F
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1968
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 49,371 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 49,371 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen both (3.5 (a))

Fail 26 Jul 2023 49,350 miles

Central Front Upper Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2011 90,149 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 90,145 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 90,060 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 May 2007 89,952 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 89,474 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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LHR 383F is a 1968 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1968 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 39,676 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 LHR 383F, 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 58 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LHR 383F registered?

LHR 383F is a 1968 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 11 March 1968.

Is LHR 383F safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHR 383F shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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