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GTC 342W

1981 Reliant Scimitar

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,174 mi
Last recorded75,174 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 1981 Reliant Scimitar50,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTC 342W
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 75,174 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 73,913 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 71,450 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 69,206 miles

Offside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 66,240 miles

Oil leak engine front oil seal ()

Pass 10 Apr 2017 61,941 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 58,667 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 54,884 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 52,322 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 50,257 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 49,194 miles

Brake warning light on

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2009 47,990 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 37,878 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 26,948 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 26,934 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 26,909 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 342W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1981 Reliant Scimitar models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 50,912 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 342W, 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 45 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 GTC 342W?

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What year was GTC 342W registered?

GTC 342W is a 1981 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is GTC 342W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTC 342W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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