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TSO 429M

1974 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,102 mi
Last recorded6,102 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 1974 Reliant Scimitar GTE46,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSO 429M
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2017 6,102 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 5,562 miles

front upper arms slight play in top bushes

Pass 13 Apr 2015 5,230 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 5,193 miles

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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TSO 429M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Reliant Scimitar GTE models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 46,958 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 TSO 429M, 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 52 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 TSO 429M registered?

TSO 429M is a 1974 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 25 March 1974.

Is TSO 429M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSO 429M shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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