2011 Macbook Pro powers off - need advice

Hi there
I have a macbook pro that switches off randomly (happens sometimes when i move/transport it), and sometimes it only turns on when plugged in. When not plugged in and i press the power button to switch on i can hear the machine running for about 2-3 sec and then shuts off again. I also noticed that if i reset my SMC (holding down Cmd, option, shift and power) it does switch on usually without the need of it being plugged in - however the date and time needs to be set everytime and Im sure there is a better way than resetting my SMC every time my MacBook decides its time to die on me again. I am guessing the fault lies with a faulty motherboard or battery but im not sure. Im about to open my MacBook for the first time yet Id like to avoid it if I can.
I doubt its a software issue although I have installed bootcamp and played a few games here and there that might have caused the machine to become quite hot.
Has anybody experienced this before or have any advice on this?
Regards

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