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XJD 189T

1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve

Purple Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,530 mi
Last recorded80,530 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2009
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve60,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJD 189T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE E Odve
Year1979
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2009 80,530 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 80,377 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 79,990 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

oil leak

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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XJD 189T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve in Purple with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 60,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XJD 189T, 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 47 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 XJD 189T?

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What year was XJD 189T registered?

XJD 189T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve, first registered on 8 February 1979.

Is XJD 189T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJD 189T shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XJD 189T have outstanding finance?

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