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WEU 418L

1979 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,406 mi
Last recorded55,406 miles
Recorded on20 May 2008
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEU 418L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2008 55,406 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 55,406 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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WEU 418L is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WEU 418L, 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 WEU 418L?

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What year was WEU 418L registered?

WEU 418L is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 12 February 1979.

Is WEU 418L safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEU 418L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WEU 418L have outstanding finance?

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