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RTM 871J

1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

4,785 mi
Last recorded4,785 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTM 871J
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2012 4,785 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

rear axle seals leaking

Fail 25 Jun 2012 4,785 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

rear axle seals leaking

Pass 16 Aug 2010 4,771 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Aug 2010 4,771 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 4,636 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 4,486 miles

slight cracking on o/s/f o/s/r and n/s/r tyre walls

Fail 23 Aug 2005 4,486 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

tyre sidewalls slightly cracked

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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RTM 871J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 RTM 871J, 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 55 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 RTM 871J registered?

RTM 871J is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 5 February 1971.

Is RTM 871J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTM 871J shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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