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HHU 888K

1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,118 mi
Last recorded84,118 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2009
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE48,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHU 888K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2009 84,118 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 84,099 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 84,099 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

parking brake cable loose in guide

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE?

Based on 1,155 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
591
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Headlamp not working on main beam 41
Headlamp aim too low 28
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HHU 888K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 48,560 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HHU 888K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 54 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HHU 888K?

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What year was HHU 888K registered?

HHU 888K is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 1 January 1972.

Is HHU 888K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHU 888K shows 3 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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