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ETU 998S

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,720 mi
Last recorded74,720 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETU 998S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 74,720 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 74,170 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front seat belt returns slow but functions

Pass 17 Jun 2016 73,379 miles

all brake pipes undersealed

exhaust mounts splitting

offside rear brake binding

Fail 16 Jun 2016 73,236 miles

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.

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ETU 998S?

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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?

The MOT history for ETU 998S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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