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OOY 907W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

36,022 mi
Last recorded36,022 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2006
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOY 907W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2006 36,022 miles

advisory items as VT30 541124836310

Fail 30 Nov 2006 36,018 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 35,905 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 35,901 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Engine overheated and lost water during test.

Exhaust fouls floor and chassis.

Nearside exhaust mid mounting rubbers split.

Fail 16 Nov 2005 35,897 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Exhaust fouls floor and chassis

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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OOY 907W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 OOY 907W, 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 OOY 907W?

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What year was OOY 907W registered?

OOY 907W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 20 January 1981.

Is OOY 907W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOY 907W shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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