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POL 587

1970 Reliant Scimitar GTE

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,436 mi
Last recorded90,436 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2012
Typical for 1970 Reliant Scimitar GTE45,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOL 587
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2012 90,436 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 90,412 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 52,780 miles

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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POL 587 is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar GTE in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Reliant Scimitar GTE models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 45,337 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 POL 587, 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 56 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of POL 587?

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What year was POL 587 registered?

POL 587 is a 1970 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 24 June 1970.

Is POL 587 safe to buy?

The MOT history for POL 587 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does POL 587 have outstanding finance?

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