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UNM 420K

1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,423 mi
Last recorded6,423 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE35,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNM 420K
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1971
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2019 6,423 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 5,284 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 4,094 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 3,475 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 2,401 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 2,089 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Coolant leak

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2011 1,436 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 3 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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UNM 420K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Gold 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 UNM 420K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UNM 420K registered?

UNM 420K is a 1971 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 12 November 1971.

Is UNM 420K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNM 420K 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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