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GVO 606V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,880 mi
Last recorded43,880 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVO 606V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 43,880 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 42,714 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 40,668 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 38,212 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 36,243 miles

no passanger seat or seat belt fitted

Fail 18 Jun 2015 36,243 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

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

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

no passanger seat or seat belt fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2008 29,595 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 29,595 miles

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

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Aug 2007 24,162 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 22,812 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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GVO 606V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GVO 606V, 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 GVO 606V?

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What year was GVO 606V registered?

GVO 606V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 16 January 1980.

Is GVO 606V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVO 606V shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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