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GTE 553N

1975 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,317 mi
Last recorded26,317 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 1975 Reliant Scimitar43,198 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTE 553N
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 26,317 miles

Steering column has slight play in U/J

Pass 14 Jan 2020 23,413 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 17,974 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 15,177 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 10,644 miles

front discs pitting

n/s/f tyre wear edge

o/s/r brake slight bind

Pass 15 Jan 2016 3,997 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 93,220 miles

body supports at rear corrosion

rear brakes slight bind

Pass 8 Jun 2012 79,855 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

bonnet safety catch needs adjustment

front brake discs pitting

n/s ex strap broken

Pass 28 Jun 2011 66,102 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f disc slight pitting

o/s/f flexy pipe slight twist

rear diff oil seal leaking

Fail 10 Jun 2010 49,434 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake imbalance high 24/25%

o/s/f disc slight pitting

Pass 10 Jun 2010 49,434 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake imbalance high 24/25%

o/s/f disc slight pitting

Pass 29 Jun 2009 37,668 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 26,820 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f brake flexy rub mark (not catching at test)

n/s/f rack gaiter clip loose

o/s/r seat back not in at test

Pass 3 Jul 2007 21,701 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 21,695 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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GTE 553N is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 GTE 553N, 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.

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What year was GTE 553N registered?

GTE 553N is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 13 June 1975.

Is GTE 553N safe to buy?

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