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WRO 809S

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,310 mi
Last recorded42,310 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2013
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRO 809S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2013 42,310 miles

NEARSIDE REAR SHOCK SUPPORT BRKT.CORRODEING.FUEL PIPE RUNNING CLOSE TOO EDGE OF ENGINE SUMP PAN.

Pass 28 Mar 2012 40,607 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 38,174 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 36,713 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 36,466 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 36,048 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 34,876 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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WRO 809S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 WRO 809S, 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 WRO 809S?

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What year was WRO 809S registered?

WRO 809S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 17 May 1978.

Is WRO 809S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRO 809S shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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