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TEL 226R

1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,685 mi
Last recorded20,685 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto33,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEL 226R
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2020 20,685 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 20,251 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 19,568 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 19,558 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2012 19,533 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Fuel hose excessively damaged (7.2.2)

ALL METAL BRAKE PIPES RUSTED

ALL TYRES HAVE CRACKS/SPLIT IN TREAD

ALL UNDERSIDE OF CAR RUSTED

Coolant leak

REAR AXLE PANARD BUSHES HAVE SLIGHT PLAY

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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TEL 226R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 33,778 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 TEL 226R, 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 50 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TEL 226R?

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What year was TEL 226R registered?

TEL 226R is a 1976 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 16 November 1976.

Is TEL 226R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEL 226R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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