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YYR 955T

1979 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,945 mi
Last recorded26,945 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYR 955T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2024 26,945 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 26,614 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 25,236 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 24,506 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 24,199 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 23,239 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 22,072 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 20,232 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 19,440 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 16,501 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 14,476 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2009 12,745 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2008 10,075 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 80,000 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2006 7,188 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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YYR 955T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YYR 955T, 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 YYR 955T?

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What year was YYR 955T registered?

YYR 955T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 18 January 1979.

Is YYR 955T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYR 955T shows 15 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 YYR 955T have outstanding finance?

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