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XJB 553T

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,516 mi
Last recorded92,516 miles
Recorded on20 May 2006
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJB 553T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 May 2006 92,516 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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XJB 553T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 XJB 553T, 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.

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What year was XJB 553T registered?

XJB 553T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 October 1978.

Is XJB 553T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJB 553T shows 1 test 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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