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REH 511L

1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,767 mi
Last recorded67,767 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve63,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREH 511L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE E Odve
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 67,767 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 67,733 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 67,511 miles

steering rack wear/play

Pass 20 Jun 2011 67,211 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 65,273 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 65,273 miles

Offside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 64,299 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 63,143 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 63,143 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve?

Based on 911 MOT tests across 225 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
532
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 56
Stop lamp not working 47
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 38
Direction indicator not working 34
Steering rack gaiter split 30
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REH 511L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 63,721 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 E Odve fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying REH 511L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 54 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was REH 511L registered?

REH 511L is a 1972 Reliant Scimitar GTE E Odve, first registered on 25 August 1972.

Is REH 511L safe to buy?

The MOT history for REH 511L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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