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UMH 500S

1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,414 mi
Last recorded45,414 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve44,426 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMH 500S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE E Odve
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 45,414 miles

Coil spring corroded all four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 45,153 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak engine/gearbox/rear diff ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 29 Jun 2017 45,153 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated nearside and offside (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded nearside and offside (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak engine/gearbox/rear diff ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 44,426 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 43,732 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 42,575 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 41,574 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 40,623 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 39,165 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 38,183 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 36,802 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 34,941 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve?

Based on 911 MOT tests across 225 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
532
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 56
Stop lamp not working 47
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Direction indicator not working 34
Steering rack gaiter split 30
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UMH 500S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 44,426 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UMH 500S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 48 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UMH 500S?

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What year was UMH 500S registered?

UMH 500S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve, first registered on 31 July 1978.

Is UMH 500S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMH 500S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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