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NFM 120T

1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,944 mi
Last recorded97,944 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2007
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto40,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFM 120T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2007 97,944 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 97,944 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

ASLL BRAKE FLEXI HOSE METAL FERRULES CORRODED

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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NFM 120T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 40,467 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NFM 120T, 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 47 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NFM 120T?

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What year was NFM 120T registered?

NFM 120T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 17 July 1979.

Is NFM 120T safe to buy?

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