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GKV 186T

1979 Reliant Scimitar

Brown Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,941 mi
Last recorded64,941 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 Reliant Scimitar46,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKV 186T
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2021 64,941 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 64,156 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 63,764 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 63,334 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 62,554 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 62,287 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 62,122 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 61,907 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 61,651 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 61,574 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
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GKV 186T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar in Brown with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 46,030 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 GKV 186T, 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 47 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GKV 186T?

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What year was GKV 186T registered?

GKV 186T is a 1979 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is GKV 186T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKV 186T shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GKV 186T have outstanding finance?

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