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NVN 267M

1973 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,867 mi
Last recorded30,867 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Reliant Scimitar GTE45,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVN 267M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 30,867 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 29,818 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 29,405 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 29,130 miles

all four tyres splitting

all suspension bushes splitting

chassis corroded various places

Fail 8 Apr 2013 29,129 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all front suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

both front and o/s rear tyres are cracking on tread

vehicle chassis is corroded in various places

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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NVN 267M is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Reliant Scimitar GTE models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 45,094 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NVN 267M, 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 53 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NVN 267M registered?

NVN 267M is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is NVN 267M safe to buy?

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