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MAY 266P

1988 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,917 mi
Last recorded36,917 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Reliant Scimitar66,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAY 266P
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2025 36,917 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 36,605 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 36,543 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 35,965 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 34,876 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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MAY 266P is a 1988 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 66,096 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 MAY 266P, 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 38 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 MAY 266P?

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What year was MAY 266P registered?

MAY 266P is a 1988 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is MAY 266P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAY 266P shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MAY 266P have outstanding finance?

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