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FSF 935S

1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,553 mi
Last recorded31,553 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve44,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSF 935S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE E Odve
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 31,553 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 11 Mar 2017 31,459 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front wipers not clearing screen (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs pitted (3.5.1i)

engine oil leak

rear diff has slight oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2016 30,364 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight oil . (2.7.3)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 26,627 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 26,582 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 26,582 miles

Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve?

Based on 911 MOT tests across 225 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
532
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 56
Stop lamp not working 47
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Direction indicator not working 34
Steering rack gaiter split 30
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FSF 935S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 44,426 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 E Odve fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FSF 935S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 48 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FSF 935S registered?

FSF 935S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is FSF 935S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSF 935S shows 6 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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