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SEW 771K

1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,383 mi
Last recorded20,383 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2007
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE35,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEW 771K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2007 20,383 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2007 20,382 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

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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SEW 771K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SEW 771K, 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 SEW 771K registered?

SEW 771K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 1 November 1971.

Is SEW 771K safe to buy?

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