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VDX 14X

1982 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

26,278 mi
Last recorded26,278 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Reliant Scimitar58,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDX 14X
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 26,278 miles
Fail 18 May 2022 26,278 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2012 24,864 miles

Offside front wheel bearing has slight play

Offside inner rack ball joint has play

Fail 4 May 2012 24,848 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside front wheel bearing has slight play

Offside inner rack ball joint has play

Pass 2 Jan 2009 24,199 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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VDX 14X is a 1982 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 VDX 14X, 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

How do I check the history of VDX 14X?

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What year was VDX 14X registered?

VDX 14X is a 1982 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 February 1982.

Is VDX 14X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDX 14X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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