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B994 GVL

1985 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,167 mi
Last recorded81,167 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB994 GVL
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2008 81,167 miles

Oil leak

all exhaust rubber mountings deteriorated

Pass 26 Oct 2007 79,946 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 78,822 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 78,805 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 77,393 miles

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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B994 GVL is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B994 GVL, 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 41 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B994 GVL registered?

B994 GVL is a 1985 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B994 GVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B994 GVL 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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