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RVF 690W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,957 mi
Last recorded65,957 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2011
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVF 690W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2011 65,957 miles

o/s/f out rigger corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2005 65,945 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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RVF 690W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 RVF 690W, 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 RVF 690W?

You can check the full history of RVF 690W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RVF 690W registered?

RVF 690W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 13 January 1981.

Is RVF 690W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVF 690W shows 2 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 RVF 690W have outstanding finance?

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