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EOF 370V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,663 mi
Last recorded75,663 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOF 370V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 75,663 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 75,601 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 75,452 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 75,254 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 75,252 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 75,060 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 74,737 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 74,735 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Slight bind on nearside front brake

Pass 21 Oct 2014 74,504 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 74,254 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 74,054 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 73,505 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 73,251 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Oct 2010 73,251 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 72,877 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 72,877 miles

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 71,061 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 69,846 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 68,205 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 64,654 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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EOF 370V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EOF 370V, 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 EOF 370V?

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What year was EOF 370V registered?

EOF 370V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 5 March 1980.

Is EOF 370V safe to buy?

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