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J314 PFK

1992 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

77,523 mi
Last recorded77,523 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 1992 Reliant Scimitar59,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ314 PFK
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2015 77,523 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 7 Apr 2015 77,518 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 76,815 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 74,450 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 74,450 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 72,643 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 72,642 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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J314 PFK is a 1992 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1992 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 59,205 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 J314 PFK, 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 34 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J314 PFK registered?

J314 PFK is a 1992 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 3 March 1992.

Is J314 PFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J314 PFK shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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