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UYK 789S

1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,047 mi
Last recorded46,047 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto41,094 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYK 789S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE Auto
Year1977
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 46,047 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 45,936 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 45,875 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 45,081 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 44,996 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 44,524 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

surface corrossion on all suspension components

Fail 23 Sep 2011 44,524 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

surface corrossion on all suspension components

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto?

Based on 549 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
Stop lamp not working 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 19
Direction indicator not working 18
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UYK 789S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 41,094 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UYK 789S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 49 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UYK 789S registered?

UYK 789S is a 1977 Reliant Scimitar GTE Auto, first registered on 1 December 1977.

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The MOT history for UYK 789S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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