MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,720 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front seat belt returns slow but functions
all brake pipes undersealed
exhaust mounts splitting
offside rear brake binding
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 5.68% vol (7.3.B.1a)
Fuel hose leaking at front (7.2.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking in outer wall (4.1.D.1b)
Obligatory mirror missing centre rear view mirror (as nearside mirror not fitted) (8.1.1)
Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced main beam (1.7.5a)
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
all brake pipes undersealed
exhaust mounts splitting
offside rear brake binding
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?
Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ETU 998S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1977 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 48,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 ETU 998S, 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 49 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was ETU 998S registered?
ETU 998S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1977.
Is ETU 998S safe to buy?
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