Reliant Scimitar GTE Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Reliant Scimitar GTE reliable? We analysed 1,155 real MOT tests across 217 vehicles to find out.
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The Reliant Scimitar GTE is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp not working, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Reliant Scimitar GTE.
Reliant Scimitar GTE Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Reliant Scimitar GTE. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Reliant Scimitar GTE MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Reliant Scimitar GTE to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Reliant Scimitar GTE Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Reliant Scimitar GTE fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Reliant Scimitar GTE Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Reliant Scimitar GTE owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Reliant Scimitar GTE MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Reliant Scimitar GTE year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | 126 | 73.8% | 15,150 | 46,958 | 90,164 |
| 1973 | 90 | 72.2% | 29,926 | 45,094 | 92,181 |
| 1972 | 261 | 80.1% | 18,974 | 48,560 | 69,850 |
| 1971 | 278 | 78.4% | 12,914 | 35,140 | 72,000 |
| 1970 | 115 | 76.5% | 24,228 | 45,337 | 75,077 |
| 1969 | 75 | 82.7% | 18,897 | 39,020 | 75,619 |
How Long Does a Reliant Scimitar GTE Last?
Based on 217 Reliant Scimitar GTE vehicles on UK roads.
Reliant Scimitar GTE Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Reliant Scimitar GTE MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Reliant Scimitar GTE
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.7% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
72.2% MOT pass rate from 90 tests
The best year to buy a used Reliant Scimitar GTE is 1969, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.7% across 75 tests. The 1973 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Reliant Scimitar GTE Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reliant Scimitar GTE THIS CAR | 76.5% | 1,155 | 42,646 mi | 57 yrs |
| Reliant Robin | 71% | 50,844 | 43,760 mi | 50 yrs |
| Reliant Rialto | 72% | 33,460 | 52,257 mi | 44 yrs |
| Reliant Scimitar | 73.5% | 31,230 | 53,975 mi | 60 yrs |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee 4.0 Ltd A | 72.6% | 2,039 | 74,269 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Reliant Robin (71.0% pass rate) and the Reliant Rialto (72.0% pass rate), the Reliant Scimitar GTE outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Reliant Scimitar GTE has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.5% across 1,155 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Reliant Scimitar GTE are stop lamp not working (52 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (49), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (49). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Reliant Scimitar GTE owner drives around 591 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Reliant Scimitar GTE models stay on UK roads for around 57 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.