Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve reliable? We analysed 911 real MOT tests across 225 vehicles to find out.
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The Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, stop lamp not working and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve.
Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 79 | 72.2% | 8,531 | 60,970 | 81,979 |
| 1978 | 147 | 70.7% | 29,932 | 44,426 | 73,437 |
| 1977 | 196 | 61.7% | 25,479 | 54,452 | 73,857 |
| 1976 | 135 | 73.3% | 12,450 | 28,024 | 88,490 |
| 1975 | 108 | 75.9% | 16,258 | 25,963 | 51,265 |
| 1974 | 111 | 70.3% | 15,580 | 67,574 | 74,399 |
| 1972 | 56 | 82.1% | 42,352 | 63,721 | 85,646 |
How Long Does a Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve Last?
Based on 225 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve vehicles on UK roads.
Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve 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 E Odve
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.1% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
61.7% MOT pass rate from 196 tests
The best year to buy a used Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve is 1972, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.1% across 56 tests. The 1977 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.7% — 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 E Odve 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 E Odve THIS CAR | 70.6% | 911 | 47,872 mi | 54 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 |
| Toyota Aygo Jbl Edition Tss Vvt-i | 91.3% | 1,264 | 20,599 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Reliant Robin (71.0% pass rate) and the Reliant Rialto (72.0% pass rate), the Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.6% across 911 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (56 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (47), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (38). 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 E Odve owner drives around 532 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 E Odve models stay on UK roads for around 54 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.