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WPB 887S

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Orange Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,341 mi
Last recorded54,341 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2010
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPB 887S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2010 54,341 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 51,984 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 49,768 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 49,265 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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WPB 887S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Orange with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WPB 887S, 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 WPB 887S?

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What year was WPB 887S registered?

WPB 887S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 19 May 1978.

Is WPB 887S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPB 887S shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WPB 887S have outstanding finance?

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