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RGV 636W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,468 mi
Last recorded6,468 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2012
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGV 636W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2012 6,468 miles

minor discolouring to front number plate

rear number plate cracked slightly

Pass 19 Apr 2010 6,431 miles

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Oil leak

both rocker covers leaking oil

n/s wiper arm/wheel box worn

o/s rear brake drum leaking oil

screen wash poor

Pass 24 Mar 2009 5,173 miles

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

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 5,173 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

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

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 4,172 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 4,170 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 3,771 miles

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 3,158 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 3,158 miles

Inner Front Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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RGV 636W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RGV 636W, 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.

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What year was RGV 636W registered?

RGV 636W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 12 February 1981.

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