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NMX 247W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2933cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,287 mi
Last recorded34,287 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMX 247W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,933cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2020 34,287 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 33,805 miles

some tarnishing of offside and nearside headlamp lenses

Pass 15 Oct 2018 33,129 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 32,122 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 30,552 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 28,967 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 27,533 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 25,332 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 23,446 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 21,431 miles

Some general underbody corrosion

Some previous welding repairs

Pass 1 Oct 2010 17,806 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)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 14,767 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 11,610 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 8,096 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 4,655 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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NMX 247W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,933cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 NMX 247W, 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

How do I check the history of NMX 247W?

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What year was NMX 247W registered?

NMX 247W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 27 January 1981.

Is NMX 247W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMX 247W shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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