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PPK 251X

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,432 mi
Last recorded38,432 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2011
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPK 251X
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2011 38,432 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 8 Jul 2010 38,311 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 15 Jul 2009 38,044 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 37,983 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 37,726 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 37,228 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)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear tyres slight cracks due to age

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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PPK 251X is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 PPK 251X, 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

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What year was PPK 251X registered?

PPK 251X is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is PPK 251X safe to buy?

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