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GOF 259N

1974 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

2,724 mi
Last recorded2,724 miles
Recorded on11 May 2012
Typical for 1974 Reliant Scimitar42,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOF 259N
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2012 2,724 miles

All tyres have patches of perishing.

Nearside front steering track rod has some up and down movement on the bush or ball joint inside the steering gaiter boot.

Fail 4 May 2012 2,699 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

All tyres have patches of perishing.

Nearside front steering track rod has some up and down movement on the bush or ball joint inside the steering gaiter boot.

Pass 22 Apr 2011 2,194 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 1,803 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 1,175 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 333 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 99,580 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 98,950 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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GOF 259N is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1974 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 42,897 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 GOF 259N, 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 52 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 GOF 259N?

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What year was GOF 259N registered?

GOF 259N is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 15 October 1974.

Is GOF 259N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOF 259N shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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