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UYN 697S

1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,945 mi
Last recorded72,945 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2013
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve44,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYN 697S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE E Odve
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2013 72,945 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Feb 2013 72,945 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2012 71,915 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 71,915 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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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UYN 697S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E Odve fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UYN 697S, 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 UYN 697S?

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What year was UYN 697S registered?

UYN 697S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve, first registered on 21 June 1978.

Is UYN 697S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UYN 697S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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