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NEG 186W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

52,987 mi
Last recorded52,987 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEG 186W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 52,987 miles

Coolant leak ()

all suspension bushes deteriorated front and rear(braking up)

cracking to all tyres

oil leaks from diff gearbox and engine

Fail 3 Jul 2017 52,987 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

all suspension bushes deteriorated front and rear(braking up)

cracking to all tyres

oil leaks from diff gearbox and engine

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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NEG 186W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 NEG 186W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NEG 186W registered?

NEG 186W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is NEG 186W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEG 186W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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