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GDC 22V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,800 mi
Last recorded57,800 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDC 22V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2015 57,800 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 56,702 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 56,702 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 May 2013 55,109 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 51,021 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 43,250 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 40,400 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 40,400 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 38,261 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 35,553 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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GDC 22V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 GDC 22V, 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 GDC 22V?

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What year was GDC 22V registered?

GDC 22V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 2 April 1980.

Is GDC 22V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDC 22V shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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