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XML 343T

1978 Reliant Scimitar

Brown Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

96,998 mi
Last recorded96,998 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2006
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar48,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXML 343T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Apr 2006 96,998 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 96,998 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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XML 343T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar in Brown with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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 XML 343T, 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.

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What year was XML 343T registered?

XML 343T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 16 November 1978.

Is XML 343T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XML 343T shows 2 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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