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1986 Reliant Scimitar SS1
United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2026 • Lot 136
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1986 Reliant Scimitar SS1, designed by Michelotti, has been owned for 36 years by its first owner and boasts an extensive service history. Recent mechanical work enhances its appeal, though the body shows typical age-related wear, offering an opportunity for enthusiast improvement.
Condition
6
Moderate wear, some reconditioning required.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
SCD210170GH000918
Chassis No:
Odometer:
117,974 miles
D708 KCV
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
No Reserve - Michelotti-designed SS1 with extensive service history.
Registration: D708 KCVChassis: SCD210170GH000918Odometer: 117,974Transmission: ManualMOT: August 2026
In first ownership for some 36 years!
We believe it could be a version with a galvanized chassis
Extensive service history & considerable recent expenditure on the mechanical areas
The final design of renowned stylist Giovanni Michelotti
Launched in 1984 at the British International Motor Show in Birmingham, the Scimitar SS1 was developed to fill a gap in the small sports car market.
It was the final design of renowned stylist Giovanni Michelotti, giving the model significant historical interest.
The name ‘SS1’ is widely believed to stand for ‘Small Sports 1’.
Although Reliant originally intended to produce around 2,000 units per year, total production over the ten‑year run reached just 1,507 cars, making the SS1 a relatively rare sight today.
It is believed that from 1986 onwards, the SS1’s steel chassis wa...
Points of note
£2,352
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£3,030
Median Price (Since 2020)
£6,050
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Aug 15 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
117,644 miles
Registration Date
1986-08-29
MOT History
Passed
On Aug 08 2025 with 117,644 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing on down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
Passed
On Aug 08 2024 with 115,780 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Aug 09 2023 with 115,664 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory:
- 2x exhaust clamp deteriorated
- handbrake cables outer sheathing slightly damaged
- Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Aug 06 2022 with 115,489 miles
Passed
On Aug 07 2021 with 115,372 miles
Passed
On Aug 01 2020 with 115,225 miles
Passed
On Aug 09 2019 with 115,175 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Passed
On Aug 07 2018 with 114,931 miles
Passed
On Aug 07 2017 with 114,659 miles
Passed
On Aug 01 2016 with 114,204 miles
Passed
On Aug 05 2015 with 113,477 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed
On Aug 13 2014 with 112,756 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed
On Aug 02 2013 with 111,478 miles
Passed
On Aug 15 2012 with 27,946 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- play developing in steering rack
Passed
On Aug 09 2011 with 108,718 miles
Passed
On Aug 11 2010 with 105,855 miles
Passed
On Aug 06 2009 with 104,024 miles
Passed
On Jul 25 2008 with 102,193 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Failed
On Jul 25 2008 with 102,193 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory:
- Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Passed
On Aug 02 2007 with 100,021 miles
Passed
On Aug 09 2006 with 96,621 miles
Failed
On Aug 02 2006 with 96,621 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
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