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GOC 400W

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

55,771 mi
Last recorded55,771 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOC 400W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2019 55,771 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion started both outer body support rails in centre areas.

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox areas. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not excessive. Both rearshock absorber mounts on rear axle.

Fail 21 Aug 2019 55,760 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Corrosion started both outer body support rails in centre areas.

Nearside exhaust front pipe join loose.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox and rear differential areas. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear shock absorber mounts on rear axle. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Unable to test nearside rear wheel bearing due to binding brake.

Fail 15 Aug 2017 55,735 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking rack (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Aug 2010 50,699 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 50,520 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 50,022 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 49,282 miles

nearside middle exhaust rubber mount weak

oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2006 48,621 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 48,621 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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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GOC 400W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GOC 400W, 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.

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What year was GOC 400W registered?

GOC 400W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 August 1980.

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