MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
556 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Rear park brake levers have restricted movement
Direction indicators not working all (1.4.A.2c)
Rear park brake levers have restricted movement
Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
slight oil leak ( gearbox )
slight wear in lower steering colum bush.
oil leak on gearbox
slight wear in lower colum bush
How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE?
Based on 1,155 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XMS 253K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,140 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 XMS 253K, 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 55 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 XMS 253K?
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What year was XMS 253K registered?
XMS 253K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 16 August 1971.
Is XMS 253K safe to buy?
The MOT history for XMS 253K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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