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STA 888R

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,818 mi
Last recorded91,818 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTA 888R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2014 91,818 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 89,875 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 88,721 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

various oil leaks

Pass 7 Jul 2011 86,866 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 85,835 miles

corrosion to chassis outriggers

nsf shock absorber leaking

Pass 23 Jul 2009 81,469 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 77,035 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 73,043 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 68,145 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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STA 888R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 STA 888R, 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 STA 888R registered?

STA 888R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 19 January 1977.

Is STA 888R safe to buy?

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