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ACD 793K

1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Blue Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE35,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACD 793K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 2 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 55,783 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 55,735 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall perished

Fail 27 Jul 2007 55,730 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

general underbody corrosion

n/s/f tyre sidewall perished

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 793K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Blue with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 793K, 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 ACD 793K?

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What year was ACD 793K registered?

ACD 793K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 1 December 1971.

Is ACD 793K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACD 793K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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