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GTC 28L

1980 Reliant Scimitar

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,981 mi
Last recorded73,981 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTC 28L
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 73,981 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 72,962 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 70,123 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2019 70,123 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 70,120 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres side walls cracked

Fail 10 Jun 2008 69,972 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 69,972 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 69,930 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 69,629 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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GTC 28L is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GTC 28L, 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 GTC 28L registered?

GTC 28L is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is GTC 28L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTC 28L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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