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PMX 856R

1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

6,366 mi
Last recorded6,366 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve28,024 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMX 856R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE E Odve
Year1976
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 6,366 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 5,968 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 5,042 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 5,042 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 4,445 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 4,445 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 2,864 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 99,393 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 99,007 miles

main beam warning light not working

Fail 13 Aug 2013 99,001 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

main beam warning light not working

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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PMX 856R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 E Odve fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMX 856R, 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 PMX 856R?

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What year was PMX 856R registered?

PMX 856R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve, first registered on 26 October 1976.

Is PMX 856R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMX 856R shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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