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SEV 809R

1977 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,265 mi
Last recorded30,265 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2019
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEV 809R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2019 30,265 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front front shocks bushes slight worn

Offside Rear out rigger corrosion

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 29,987 miles

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

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides beams and off side rear out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 29,744 miles

Nearside Front shock slight worn bush

Offside Rear slight corrosion out rigger

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 29,567 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear slight corrosion out rigger

Pass 1 May 2015 29,369 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

off side rear slight corrosion at rear body /chassis

Pass 1 May 2014 28,970 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

slight corroded outer chassis off side rear

Pass 4 Jul 2011 28,888 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight play in steering rack joint

slight surface corrosion on chassis

Fail 4 Jul 2011 28,888 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in steering rack joint

slight surface corrosion on chassis

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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SEV 809R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1977 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 48,816 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 SEV 809R, 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 49 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SEV 809R registered?

SEV 809R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 28 February 1977.

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The MOT history for SEV 809R shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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