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BMR 581V

1980 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve

Beige Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,717 mi
Last recorded31,717 miles
Recorded on22 May 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMR 581V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE E Odve
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2021 31,717 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 31,461 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 31,165 miles

Offside Front Coolant leak ()

Pass 19 Jul 2016 30,390 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 29,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Jun 2015 29,939 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

diff oil leak (bad).

Pass 16 Oct 2013 28,665 miles

Corrosion to outriggers

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 28,665 miles

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Corrosion to outriggers

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve?

Based on 911 MOT tests across 225 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
532
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 56
Stop lamp not working 47
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Direction indicator not working 34
Steering rack gaiter split 30
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BMR 581V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve in Beige with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BMR 581V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 46 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BMR 581V registered?

BMR 581V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is BMR 581V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMR 581V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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