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PGU 239R

1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,790 mi
Last recorded11,790 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2013
Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto33,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGU 239R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2013 11,790 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

slight bind o s rear

Fail 3 Sep 2013 11,777 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

slight bind o s rear

Pass 10 Jul 2012 10,652 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

all metal brake pipes getting corroded

Fail 29 Mar 2012 10,634 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Coolant leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

all metal brake pipes getting corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2010 5,659 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 5,657 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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PGU 239R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PGU 239R, 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.

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What year was PGU 239R registered?

PGU 239R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 3 August 1976.

Is PGU 239R safe to buy?

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