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B26 GTE

1984 Reliant Scimitar

Orange Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,227 mi
Last recorded74,227 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 1984 Reliant Scimitar33,138 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB26 GTE
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1984
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 74,227 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 73,815 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 71,879 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 70,211 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 69,364 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 68,428 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 68,428 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 68,428 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all four tyre side walls are perrished

Fail 16 May 2014 67,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2014 67,884 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 66,766 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 64,922 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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B26 GTE is a 1984 Reliant Scimitar in Orange with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1984 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 33,138 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 B26 GTE, 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 42 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B26 GTE?

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What year was B26 GTE registered?

B26 GTE is a 1984 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 January 1984.

Is B26 GTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B26 GTE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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