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UMP 594S

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,101 mi
Last recorded18,101 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2010
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMP 594S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2010 18,101 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 16,333 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 16,048 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Nov 2007 16,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

The vehicle rear fog light tell tale does not work and as this is shown in the manual on page 1.1 page 3 reason for rejection 6 e the vehicle should FAIL but am unable to do so on computer this is a FAULT in the system

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?

Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,606
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,049
Stop lamp not working 851
Steering rack gaiter split 800
parking brake recording little or no effort 710
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UMP 594S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 48,021 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UMP 594S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 48 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UMP 594S registered?

UMP 594S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 13 June 1978.

Is UMP 594S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMP 594S 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.

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