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VMR 519T

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,642 mi
Last recorded23,642 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMR 519T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 23,642 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 23,642 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2015 23,489 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 23,264 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 22,145 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 22,145 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 19,302 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

slight play in kingpins

Pass 24 Oct 2007 16,364 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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VMR 519T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 48,021 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 VMR 519T, 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 48 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VMR 519T?

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What year was VMR 519T registered?

VMR 519T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is VMR 519T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMR 519T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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