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SHP 221R

1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,094 mi
Last recorded41,094 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2012
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto41,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHP 221R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2012 41,094 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2011 41,094 miles

osr exhaust hanger perished causing rear box to bang shock

Pass 10 Sep 2010 40,394 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2009 40,294 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 40,094 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 17 Jul 2008 40,094 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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SHP 221R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 41,094 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 SHP 221R, 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 49 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SHP 221R registered?

SHP 221R is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 26 January 1977.

Is SHP 221R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHP 221R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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