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UYN 673S

1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,421 mi
Last recorded96,421 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2007
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto53,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYN 673S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2007 96,421 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 96,420 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil pressure very low

Pass 23 May 2006 96,372 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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UYN 673S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UYN 673S, 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

How do I check the history of UYN 673S?

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What year was UYN 673S registered?

UYN 673S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 19 April 1978.

Is UYN 673S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UYN 673S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UYN 673S have outstanding finance?

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