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USM 99T

1979 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,035 mi
Last recorded62,035 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSM 99T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 62,035 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 61,707 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 61,697 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam on all time (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam on all time (1.7.5a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded fuel tank straps (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive radiator support (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 60,954 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 60,942 miles

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

offside outrigger corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2011 60,925 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 60,925 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 60,924 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2006 60,922 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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USM 99T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 46,030 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 USM 99T, 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 47 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 USM 99T?

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What year was USM 99T registered?

USM 99T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 4 May 1979.

Is USM 99T safe to buy?

The MOT history for USM 99T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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