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JTF 843P

1975 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,890 mi
Last recorded37,890 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 1975 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve25,963 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTF 843P
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE E Odve
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 37,890 miles

rear brakes slightly binding.

Pass 16 Dec 2017 30,002 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 26,157 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2016 26,157 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 20,541 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 16,559 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 14,427 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 14,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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JTF 843P is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 25,963 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 JTF 843P, 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 51 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JTF 843P?

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What year was JTF 843P registered?

JTF 843P is a 1975 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve, first registered on 12 November 1975.

Is JTF 843P safe to buy?

The MOT history for JTF 843P shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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