CarVerify

Free Car Check

XPE 703S

1977 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2994cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,726 mi
Last recorded31,726 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar48,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPE 703S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 31,726 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 30,895 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 30,562 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 29,941 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 29,456 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 29,456 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 28,931 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 27,763 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 27,175 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 25,775 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 25,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 24,314 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 22,751 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 21,190 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 21,190 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 19,551 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 16,940 miles

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
Full Reliant Scimitar reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

XPE 703S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1977 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 48,816 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 XPE 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 49 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 XPE 703S?

You can check the full history of XPE 703S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XPE 703S registered?

XPE 703S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 30 August 1977.

Is XPE 703S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPE 703S shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XPE 703S have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on XPE 703S. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.