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A381 GTC

1983 Reliant Scimitar

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

74,074 mi
Last recorded74,074 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1983 Reliant Scimitar58,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA381 GTC
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 74,074 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 74,005 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 73,886 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 73,886 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 73,778 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 73,705 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 73,601 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 73,458 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 73,157 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 71,842 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 70,059 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 70,058 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 66,670 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 66,429 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 65,722 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 64,327 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 62,609 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 61,282 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 59,458 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 56,386 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 53,154 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Scimitar?

Based on 31,230 MOT tests across 3,606 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,606
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,074
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,049
Stop lamp not working 851
Steering rack gaiter split 800
parking brake recording little or no effort 710
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A381 GTC is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1983 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 58,762 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Scimitar fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,074 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A381 GTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Scimitar typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 43 years old, this Reliant Scimitar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A381 GTC?

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What year was A381 GTC registered?

A381 GTC is a 1983 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 11 November 1983.

Is A381 GTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A381 GTC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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