MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
91,714 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
corrosion started on chassis
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
all exhaust rubber hangers / rubber deteriorating
both front seat belts slow on retraction
both front seat belts worn
corrosion on brake hose ferroules
exhaust deteriorating / corroding in general
handbrake on next to last notch
n/s centre exhaust hanger loose on pipe
o/s handbrake not locking up
play in steering column top bush
rear no plate deteriorating
slight corrosion on both front brake discs
various suspension bushes worn / deteriorating
all exhaust rubber hangers / rubber deteriorating
both front seat belts slow on retraction
both front seat belts worn
corrosion on brake hose ferroules
corrosion started on chassis
exhaust deteriorating / corroding in general
handbrake on next to last notch
n/s centre exhaust hanger loose on pipe
o/s handbrake not locking up
play in steering column top bush
rear no plate deteriorating
slight corrosion on both front brake discs
various suspension bushes worn / deteriorating
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto?
Based on 549 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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EDD 717T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Yellow with a 2,304cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EDD 717T, 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
How do I check the history of EDD 717T?
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What year was EDD 717T registered?
EDD 717T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 20 April 1979.
Is EDD 717T safe to buy?
The MOT history for EDD 717T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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