MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
54,402 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Nearside handbrake effort slightly low
Nearside Rear handbrake effort lowish
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XPB 486S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 XPB 486S, 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 XPB 486S?
You can check the full history of XPB 486S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was XPB 486S registered?
XPB 486S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 10 July 1978.
Is XPB 486S safe to buy?
The MOT history for XPB 486S shows 2 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 XPB 486S have outstanding finance?
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