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ALU 243H

1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,896 mi
Last recorded43,896 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2010
Typical for 1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE39,020 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALU 243H
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1969
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2010 43,896 miles

Oil leak

front brake discs rusted and pitted

nearside front shock absorber damp

nearside rear chassis rusted and repaired

slight play in steering column top bush

Fail 1 Nov 2010 43,895 miles

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

front brake discs severely pitted and scored

nearside rear upper chassis repaired and unable to fully inspect

slight play in steering column upper bush

whole chassis rusted

Pass 29 Oct 2009 39,327 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 36,451 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 30,648 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE?

Based on 1,155 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
591
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Headlamp not working on main beam 41
Headlamp aim too low 28
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ALU 243H is a 1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 39,020 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALU 243H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 57 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ALU 243H?

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What year was ALU 243H registered?

ALU 243H is a 1969 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 8 October 1969.

Is ALU 243H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALU 243H shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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