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JHN 182K

1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,140 mi
Last recorded35,140 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE35,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHN 182K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 35,140 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 34,844 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 34,677 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 33,451 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 33,130 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 30,924 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 30,627 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 30,205 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 30,202 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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JHN 182K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JHN 182K, 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 JHN 182K registered?

JHN 182K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 20 August 1971.

Is JHN 182K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHN 182K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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