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LMV 538W

1980 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,510 mi
Last recorded55,510 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMV 538W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2008 55,510 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2008 55,508 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 4 May 2007 54,088 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 54,086 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto?

Based on 549 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Stop lamp not working 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 19
Direction indicator not working 18
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LMV 538W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LMV 538W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 46 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LMV 538W registered?

LMV 538W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is LMV 538W safe to buy?

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