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DHA 955T

1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,258 mi
Last recorded27,258 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto40,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHA 955T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 27,258 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 27,077 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 26,873 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 26,551 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Jun 2008 26,539 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DHA 955T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 40,467 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DHA 955T, 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 47 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DHA 955T registered?

DHA 955T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 9 January 1979.

Is DHA 955T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHA 955T 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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