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NLK 624V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,797 mi
Last recorded58,797 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLK 624V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2021 58,797 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 58,517 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 58,109 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 57,528 miles

Oil leak rear axle ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak engine

Pass 4 Aug 2015 56,920 miles

Nearside Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 56,352 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 55,016 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

gear box leak and leak on rear axle

Pass 26 Jun 2012 53,306 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine oil leak

play in steering rack output shafts n/s and o/s

rear axle oil leak [diff]

Pass 24 Jun 2011 51,337 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 48,554 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2009 44,964 miles

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

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

rear brake imbalance

Pass 12 Jun 2008 41,854 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 38,557 miles

fuel pipes very poor

Pass 10 Jun 2006 34,460 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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NLK 624V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc 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 NLK 624V, 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

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What year was NLK 624V registered?

NLK 624V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 10 June 1980.

Is NLK 624V safe to buy?

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