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SVK 989S

1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,593 mi
Last recorded75,593 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2007
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto53,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVK 989S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2007 75,593 miles

advise nearside and offside front flexi brake hose are starting to perish.but not through to canvas.

advise nearside top suspension ball joint boot burst ,advise replacement as it will prematurely wear.

advise rear exhaust silencer on nearside is knocking on chassis,would benefit from realignment.

advise vehicle very lumpy at idle,suspect valves worn,passed emissions ok though but was very weak.

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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SVK 989S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 53,989 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 SVK 989S, 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 48 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 SVK 989S registered?

SVK 989S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 20 April 1978.

Is SVK 989S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVK 989S shows 1 test 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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