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XYB 850S

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Brown Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

31,541 mi
Last recorded31,541 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2007
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYB 850S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2007 31,541 miles

as original

Fail 24 Jul 2007 31,534 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

rear fog lamps missing

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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XYB 850S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Brown with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 48,816 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XYB 850S, 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 49 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 XYB 850S?

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What year was XYB 850S registered?

XYB 850S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 9 August 1977.

Is XYB 850S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYB 850S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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