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RVH 493X

1982 Reliant Scimitar

Cream Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,585 mi
Last recorded4,585 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 1982 Reliant Scimitar58,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVH 493X
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2022 4,585 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2021 4,053 miles

Nearside Front Upper trunnion slight play

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 3,741 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 3,721 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 3,236 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 98,863 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 96,812 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 91,928 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 87,761 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 86,104 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 84,723 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 82,263 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 80,022 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 72,905 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 63,520 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 53,372 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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RVH 493X is a 1982 Reliant Scimitar in Cream with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 RVH 493X, 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

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What year was RVH 493X registered?

RVH 493X is a 1982 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is RVH 493X safe to buy?

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