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WDS 106V

1979 Reliant Scimitar

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

66,604 mi
Last recorded66,604 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2015
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDS 106V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2015 66,604 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 66,604 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 65,568 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 63,897 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 61,766 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 59,853 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 59,853 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 56,348 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 56,348 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn control not readily accessible to the driver (1.6.1)

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

Pass 26 May 2007 54,062 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 52,501 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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WDS 106V is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 WDS 106V, 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

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What year was WDS 106V registered?

WDS 106V is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is WDS 106V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDS 106V shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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