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RLG 20P

1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Yellow Diesel 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,894 mi
Last recorded59,894 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto33,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLG 20P
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2019 59,894 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 58,300 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 57,426 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 56,322 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 55,044 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2014 53,838 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 52,873 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 52,201 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 50,434 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 48,887 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 47,194 miles

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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RLG 20P is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Yellow with a 1,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RLG 20P, 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 RLG 20P registered?

RLG 20P is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 1 July 1976.

Is RLG 20P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLG 20P shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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