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XJW 239T

1979 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,089 mi
Last recorded16,089 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJW 239T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 16,089 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

power steering rack has a slight misting of oil around the bottom of the rack

Fail 12 Jun 2019 16,087 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

power steering rack has a slight misting of oil around the bottom of the rack

Pass 7 Jun 2017 15,152 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 9 Jun 2016 14,016 miles

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 12 May 2015 12,915 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

front wiper blades poor condition

suspect front disc pads wearing low?

Pass 6 May 2014 11,579 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Apr 2013 9,897 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Apr 2012 8,768 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 7,463 miles

slight leak on rear diff

Pass 21 Apr 2010 6,455 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 5,827 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 5,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 5,089 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 4,331 miles

both front tyre treads wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Apr 2006 3,449 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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XJW 239T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XJW 239T, 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 XJW 239T?

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What year was XJW 239T registered?

XJW 239T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 April 1979.

Is XJW 239T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJW 239T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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