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GCM 746N

1975 Reliant Scimitar

Maroon Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

75,229 mi
Last recorded75,229 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 1975 Reliant Scimitar43,198 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCM 746N
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1975
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 75,229 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 75,115 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 75,115 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 74,617 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 74,581 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 73,753 miles

all 4 tyres perrished

Pass 10 Aug 2013 73,909 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 73,397 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 73,397 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 73,372 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 73,368 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

air pipe leaking

n/s core plug leaking

Pass 16 Jul 2010 73,296 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 73,178 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 73,178 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 Jul 2008 73,127 miles

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 73,127 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 72,807 miles

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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GCM 746N is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar in Maroon with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1975 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 43,198 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 GCM 746N, 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 51 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 GCM 746N?

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What year was GCM 746N registered?

GCM 746N is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 6 June 1975.

Is GCM 746N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCM 746N shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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