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RRS 23X

1982 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Gold Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

74,201 mi
Last recorded74,201 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRS 23X
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2021 74,201 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 74,199 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 74,187 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 74,187 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 74,060 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 73,479 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 73,478 miles

Front Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

slight play in top steering column bush

tyres worn on inner edgesof n/s #o/s front

Pass 30 Sep 2005 71,272 miles

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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RRS 23X is a 1982 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Gold with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 RRS 23X, 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 44 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RRS 23X registered?

RRS 23X is a 1982 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 16 June 1982.

Is RRS 23X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRS 23X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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