Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto reliable? We analysed 549 real MOT tests across 135 vehicles to find out.
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The Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, stop lamp not working and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto.
Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 90 | 76.7% | 16,386 | 40,467 | 56,930 |
| 1978 | 59 | 71.2% | 37,029 | 53,989 | 71,555 |
| 1977 | 115 | 69.6% | 20,525 | 41,094 | 66,056 |
| 1976 | 86 | 77.9% | 12,793 | 33,778 | 74,405 |
How Long Does a Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto Last?
Based on 135 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto 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 Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.9% MOT pass rate from 86 tests
69.6% MOT pass rate from 115 tests
The best year to buy a used Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is 1976, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.9% across 86 tests. The 1977 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.6% — 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 Auto 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 Auto THIS CAR | 73.0% | 549 | 41,207 mi | 50 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 |
| Renault Clio Campus | 77% | 958 | 78,540 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Reliant Robin (71.0% pass rate) and the Reliant Rialto (72.0% pass rate), the Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.0% across 549 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (31 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (22), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (20). 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 Auto owner drives around 319 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 Auto models stay on UK roads for around 50 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.