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CYD 43S

1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,084 mi
Last recorded66,084 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2009
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve44,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYD 43S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE E Odve
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2009 66,084 miles

underside of vehicle showing signs of being stood and signs of corrosion

Pass 26 Jul 2006 66,930 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 66,930 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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CYD 43S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 44,426 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 E Odve fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CYD 43S, 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 48 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CYD 43S registered?

CYD 43S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is CYD 43S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYD 43S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CYD 43S have outstanding finance?

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