Robin Hood 2B Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Robin Hood 2B car check
Is the Robin Hood 2B reliable? We analysed 1,931 real MOT tests across 192 vehicles to find out.
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The Robin Hood 2B is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp not working, exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive and headlamp not working on dipped beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Robin Hood 2B.
Robin Hood 2B Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Robin Hood 2B. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Robin Hood 2B MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Robin Hood 2B to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Robin Hood 2B Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Robin Hood 2B fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Robin Hood 2B Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Robin Hood 2B owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Robin Hood 2B MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Robin Hood 2B year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 52 | 80.8% | 776 | 2,804 | 15,676 |
| 2007 | 77 | 90.9% | 8,408 | 19,826 | 87,368 |
| 2006 | 104 | 84.6% | 2,685 | 5,876 | 11,803 |
| 2005 | 135 | 88.1% | 3,098 | 8,070 | 16,499 |
| 2004 | 209 | 85.6% | 4,772 | 12,739 | 31,367 |
| 2003 | 245 | 87.8% | 3,798 | 7,429 | 31,408 |
| 2002 | 139 | 82.7% | 1,683 | 5,096 | 16,770 |
| 1990 | 103 | 86.4% | 4,880 | 12,497 | 23,276 |
| 1989 | 128 | 86.7% | 2,430 | 6,070 | 18,611 |
| 1988 | 248 | 87.5% | 4,530 | 11,038 | 23,257 |
| 1987 | 117 | 79.5% | 18,057 | 54,590 | 63,375 |
| 1984 | 50 | 90.0% | 2,718 | 4,542 | 45,878 |
How Long Does a Robin Hood 2B Last?
Based on 192 Robin Hood 2B vehicles on UK roads.
Robin Hood 2B Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Robin Hood 2B MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Robin Hood 2B
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.9% MOT pass rate from 77 tests
79.5% MOT pass rate from 117 tests
The best year to buy a used Robin Hood 2B is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.9% across 77 tests. The 1987 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Robin Hood 2B Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robin Hood 2B THIS CAR | 85.3% | 1,931 | 8,941 mi | 42 yrs |
| Robin Hood S7 | 83.4% | 896 | 12,234 mi | 46 yrs |
| Suzuki Gsxr 125 X AL8 | 80.2% | 2,160 | 10,461 mi | — yrs |
| Ducati 1199 Panigale Tricolore | 92.7% | 948 | 4,672 mi | 14 yrs |
| Smc Cg 500 | 83.3% | 1,028 | 4,044 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Robin Hood S7 (83.4% pass rate) and the Suzuki Gsxr 125 X AL8 (80.2% pass rate), the Robin Hood 2B outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Robin Hood 2BShould you buy a used Robin Hood 2B?
The Robin Hood 2B has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.3% across 1,931 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Robin Hood 2B are stop lamp not working (17 recorded failures), exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (17), and headlamp not working on dipped beam (17). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Robin Hood 2B owner drives around 392 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Robin Hood 2B models stay on UK roads for around 42 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.