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SLU 78L

1973 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,562 mi
Last recorded30,562 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLU 78L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 30,562 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 30,482 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 30,490 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre cracking

Pass 29 Sep 2012 30,109 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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SLU 78L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SLU 78L, 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 53 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 SLU 78L registered?

SLU 78L is a 1973 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 19 January 1973.

Is SLU 78L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLU 78L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SLU 78L have outstanding finance?

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