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BCP 2V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

62,500 mi
Last recorded62,500 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCP 2V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 62,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

car heavily undersealed at time of test

Pass 17 Oct 2019 62,436 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 60,344 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 59,372 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 59,291 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 58,740 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 Jan 2015 58,740 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 57,850 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 57,211 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 57,090 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 57,035 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 56,687 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 56,455 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 55,952 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 53,199 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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BCP 2V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 50,525 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 BCP 2V, 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 46 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 BCP 2V?

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What year was BCP 2V registered?

BCP 2V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 11 February 1980.

Is BCP 2V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BCP 2V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BCP 2V have outstanding finance?

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