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EVU 502T

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

82,022 mi
Last recorded82,022 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2022
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEVU 502T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2022 82,022 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

oil leak from diff

Fail 2 Nov 2022 82,022 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

oil leak from diff

Pass 14 Jun 2019 82,022 miles

brake fluid a bit low

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 22 Jun 2018 82,022 miles

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 22 Jun 2018 82,022 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

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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EVU 502T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 48,021 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 EVU 502T, 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 48 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 EVU 502T?

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What year was EVU 502T registered?

EVU 502T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 7 August 1978.

Is EVU 502T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EVU 502T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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