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DOC 715V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

88,151 mi
Last recorded88,151 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2007
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOC 715V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2007 88,151 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 88,151 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in steering rack

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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DOC 715V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DOC 715V, 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

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What year was DOC 715V registered?

DOC 715V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 5 February 1980.

Is DOC 715V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOC 715V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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