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SJB 480S

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Orange Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,480 mi
Last recorded86,480 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJB 480S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 86,480 miles

Rear chassis corroded.

Fail 29 Aug 2017 86,480 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear chassis corroded.

Pass 2 Sep 2016 86,035 miles

Corrosion to nearside front chassis outrigger, not within prescribed area

Surface corrosion to offside front chassis outrigger

Pass 4 Sep 2015 85,388 miles

Nearside front wheel bearing has moderate play

Rear brakes binding slightly

Rear brakes slightly imbalanced - nearside weaker compared to offside

Fail 4 Sep 2015 85,388 miles

Fuel hose leaking Short rubber hose on carb (7.2.3)

Nearside front wheel bearing has moderate play

Rear brakes binding slightly

Rear brakes slightly imbalanced - nearside weaker compared to offside

Pass 8 Sep 2014 84,949 miles

Slight binding to rear brakes

Pass 9 Sep 2013 83,926 miles

Moderate play in steering rack and slight play in UJ's but not excesive at present

Fail 3 Sep 2013 83,924 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Moderate play in steering rack and slight play in UJ's but not excesive at present

Water pump leaking

Pass 29 Aug 2012 83,406 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 82,731 miles

Slight binding in front brakrs

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 82,180 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 81,655 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 80,950 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 80,427 miles

Slight wear in steering rack & wear in lower steering U/J

Pass 16 Aug 2006 79,502 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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SJB 480S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Orange with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SJB 480S, 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 SJB 480S registered?

SJB 480S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1977.

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