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LTO 506W

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,930 mi
Last recorded74,930 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTO 506W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 74,930 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 69,097 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 69,097 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 68,760 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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LTO 506W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LTO 506W, 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

How do I check the history of LTO 506W?

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What year was LTO 506W registered?

LTO 506W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 5 August 1980.

Is LTO 506W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LTO 506W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LTO 506W have outstanding finance?

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