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WTA 703S

1978 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,583 mi
Last recorded80,583 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTA 703S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 80,583 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 80,098 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 79,006 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 78,020 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 78,020 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 78,013 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 77,988 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 77,934 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 77,926 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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WTA 703S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WTA 703S, 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

How do I check the history of WTA 703S?

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What year was WTA 703S registered?

WTA 703S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 11 January 1978.

Is WTA 703S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTA 703S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WTA 703S have outstanding finance?

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