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VPE 903M

1974 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,687 mi
Last recorded64,687 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2009
Typical for 1974 Reliant Scimitar GTE46,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPE 903M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2009 64,687 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 24 Feb 2009 64,686 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 59,537 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 59,527 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 56,837 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE?

Based on 1,155 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
591
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Headlamp not working on main beam 41
Headlamp aim too low 28
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VPE 903M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1974 Reliant Scimitar GTE models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 46,958 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VPE 903M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 52 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VPE 903M?

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What year was VPE 903M registered?

VPE 903M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is VPE 903M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPE 903M shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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