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E130 GPF

1988 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 1809cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,700 mi
Last recorded54,700 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Reliant Scimitar66,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE130 GPF
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,809cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 54,700 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 54,700 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

nearside headlight does not retract

Fail 8 Jul 2009 54,700 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Centre Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

nearside front headlight does not retract

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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E130 GPF is a 1988 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 1,809cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 66,096 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 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E130 GPF, 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 38 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 E130 GPF?

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What year was E130 GPF registered?

E130 GPF is a 1988 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 19 February 1988.

Is E130 GPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E130 GPF 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.

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