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OAV 545R

1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

73,495 mi
Last recorded73,495 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2008
Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto33,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAV 545R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2008 73,495 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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OAV 545R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 33,778 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 OAV 545R, 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 50 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 OAV 545R registered?

OAV 545R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 18 October 1976.

Is OAV 545R safe to buy?

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