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YVT 315S

1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE

Beige Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,352 mi
Last recorded59,352 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVT 315S
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar GTE
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2009 59,352 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 Feb 2008 55,910 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 55,910 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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YVT 315S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE in Beige with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YVT 315S, 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 48 years old, this Reliant Scimitar GTE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of YVT 315S?

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What year was YVT 315S registered?

YVT 315S is a 1978 Reliant Scimitar GTE, first registered on 16 May 1978.

Is YVT 315S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVT 315S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVT 315S have outstanding finance?

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