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YYR 963T

1979 Reliant Scimitar

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,794 mi
Last recorded76,794 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYR 963T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 76,794 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2025 76,792 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2015 75,154 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 75,135 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

coolant leak

Fail 28 Nov 2014 75,135 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

coolant leak

Pass 1 Jun 2012 74,975 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 74,969 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

footbrake very slow to operate on n/s/r

Pass 9 Oct 2008 74,535 miles

rear service brake preesure regulating valve damp with unknown fluid

slight freeplay in steering system

slight movement in upper steering column

steel brake pipe across front chassis rail corroding

steel brake pipe leading to nearside rear brake cylinder starting to corrode

Fail 19 Sep 2008 74,531 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

rear service brake pressure regulating valve damp with unknown fluid

slight freeplay in steering system

slight movement in upper steering column

steel brake pipe across front chassis rail corroding

unable to turn on rear fog lamp

Pass 21 Aug 2007 74,445 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 963T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 YYR 963T, 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.

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What year was YYR 963T registered?

YYR 963T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 6 June 1979.

Is YYR 963T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYR 963T shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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