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NJT 900W

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,374 mi
Last recorded2,374 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJT 900W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2019 2,374 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 1,515 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 98,197 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 95,572 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 92,912 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 90,929 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 89,331 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 85,910 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 82,504 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 80,087 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 76,816 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 72,175 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 69,846 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 64,331 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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NJT 900W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Blue 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 NJT 900W, 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 NJT 900W?

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What year was NJT 900W registered?

NJT 900W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 January 1980.

Is NJT 900W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJT 900W shows 14 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 NJT 900W have outstanding finance?

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