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GOX 914W

1980 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

21,414 mi
Last recorded21,414 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOX 914W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 21,414 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 21,414 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 21,363 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 21,363 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working and offside (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and offside (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 21,244 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 21,244 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 May 2014 21,032 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 20,824 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2013 20,824 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2011 20,598 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 20,388 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 20,115 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 20,115 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 20,109 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 19,971 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 19,971 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

fuel pipe cracked rear by filter

washer inop

Fail 23 Oct 2006 19,469 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

fuel hose tank to filter

Pass 23 Oct 2006 19,469 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

fuel hose tank to filter

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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GOX 914W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 GOX 914W, 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 GOX 914W?

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What year was GOX 914W registered?

GOX 914W is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is GOX 914W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOX 914W shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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