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NMH 783X

1982 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

69,228 mi
Last recorded69,228 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2011
Typical for 1982 Reliant Scimitar58,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMH 783X
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1982
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2011 69,228 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 68,457 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 68,456 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 67,434 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 67,430 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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NMH 783X is a 1982 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 58,646 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 NMH 783X, 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 44 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 NMH 783X?

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What year was NMH 783X registered?

NMH 783X is a 1982 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 7 January 1982.

Is NMH 783X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMH 783X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NMH 783X have outstanding finance?

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