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ACD 771K

1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,093 mi
Last recorded63,093 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE35,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACD 771K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 63,093 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 63,070 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 62,500 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 62,485 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 61,658 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 61,030 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 61,004 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE?

Based on 1,155 MOT tests across 217 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
591
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49
Headlamp not working on main beam 41
Headlamp aim too low 28
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ACD 771K 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 ACD 771K, 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.

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What year was ACD 771K registered?

ACD 771K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 24 September 1971.

Is ACD 771K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACD 771K 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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