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EMV 518T

1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Brown Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

41,133 mi
Last recorded41,133 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto53,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMV 518T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 41,133 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 39,958 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 39,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 37,030 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 37,028 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 36,989 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 36,973 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 36,956 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 36,885 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 36,876 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 36,860 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 36,827 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 36,608 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 36,582 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto?

Based on 549 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Stop lamp not working 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 19
Direction indicator not working 18
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EMV 518T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Brown with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 53,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EMV 518T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EMV 518T registered?

EMV 518T is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 15 December 1978.

Is EMV 518T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMV 518T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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