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201 SC

1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,760 mi
Last recorded38,760 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2007
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto40,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration201 SC
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2007 38,760 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 10 May 2006 38,725 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 38,725 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto?

Based on 549 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Stop lamp not working 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 19
Direction indicator not working 18
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201 SC is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 40,467 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 GTE Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 201 SC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 201 SC?

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What year was 201 SC registered?

201 SC is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 6 March 1979.

Is 201 SC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 201 SC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 201 SC have outstanding finance?

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