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APG 533T

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,051 mi
Last recorded83,051 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPG 533T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 83,051 miles

engine in need of some work not running well

front and rear suspension rusty

offside and nearside front seat belts slow to return

vhicle been standing for some time

Fail 4 Jul 2013 83,050 miles

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

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

engine in need of some work not running well

front and rear suspension rusty

offside and nearside front seat belts slow to return

vhicle been standing for some time

Pass 29 Oct 2009 83,045 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 82,671 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 81,269 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 76,949 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?

Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,606
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,049
Stop lamp not working 851
Steering rack gaiter split 800
parking brake recording little or no effort 710
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APG 533T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 48,021 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APG 533T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was APG 533T registered?

APG 533T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 5 December 1978.

Is APG 533T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APG 533T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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