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GVO 615V

1980 Reliant Scimitar

Beige Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,194 mi
Last recorded80,194 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 1980 Reliant Scimitar50,525 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVO 615V
MakeReliant
ModelScimitar
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2017 80,194 miles

Central Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2016 80,134 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 80,012 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

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 615V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar in Beige with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 615V, 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 615V?

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What year was GVO 615V registered?

GVO 615V is a 1980 Reliant Scimitar, first registered on 15 February 1980.

Is GVO 615V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVO 615V shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVO 615V have outstanding finance?

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