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GTC 988

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

3,323 mi
Last recorded3,323 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTC 988
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 3,323 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 2,834 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 2,152 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 1,276 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 946 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 946 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 30 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 8,458 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 8,035 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 7,253 miles

can not fully check chassie and brake pipes due to underneath due to underseal on them

Pass 28 Jul 2011 6,952 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 6,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 15 Oct 2009 6,844 miles

Brake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning lamp or other device has operated (3.3.E.5b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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 988 is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 988, 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 988 registered?

GTC 988 is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 21 November 1980.

Is GTC 988 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTC 988 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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