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RLG 808D

1982 Reliant Scimitar

Silver Petrol 2553cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,365 mi
Last recorded19,365 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 1982 Reliant Scimitar58,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLG 808D
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,553cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2017 19,365 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 18,852 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 18,090 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 17,907 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 17,828 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 17,666 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 17,477 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2009 17,095 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 16,902 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 16,230 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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RLG 808D is a 1982 Reliant Scimitar in Silver with a 2,553cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 RLG 808D, 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 RLG 808D?

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What year was RLG 808D registered?

RLG 808D is a 1982 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 July 1982.

Is RLG 808D safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLG 808D shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RLG 808D have outstanding finance?

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