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LUH 878P

1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

8,156 mi
Last recorded8,156 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve28,024 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUH 878P
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE E Odve
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 8,156 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 8,148 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Prop shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Prop shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2022 7,893 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 7,720 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 7,391 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 7,228 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 7,161 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 6,935 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 6,889 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 6,754 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 6,250 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2013 5,953 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 5,899 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 5,575 miles

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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LUH 878P is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 28,024 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LUH 878P, 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 50 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 LUH 878P?

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What year was LUH 878P registered?

LUH 878P is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve, first registered on 18 February 1976.

Is LUH 878P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUH 878P shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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