Robin Hood S7 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Robin Hood S7 car check
Is the Robin Hood S7 reliable? We analysed 896 real MOT tests across 112 vehicles to find out.
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The Robin Hood S7 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake binding, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Robin Hood S7.
Robin Hood S7 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Robin Hood S7. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Robin Hood S7 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Robin Hood S7 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Robin Hood S7 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Robin Hood S7 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Robin Hood S7 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Robin Hood S7 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Robin Hood S7 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Robin Hood S7 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 53 | 69.8% | 3,562 | 34,108 | 37,756 |
| 1986 | 96 | 93.8% | 8,042 | 14,600 | 23,068 |
| 1984 | 124 | 85.5% | 3,320 | 6,276 | 12,884 |
| 1983 | 162 | 82.7% | 5,450 | 35,657 | 49,593 |
| 1980 | 60 | 76.7% | 31,605 | 50,622 | 82,634 |
How Long Does a Robin Hood S7 Last?
Based on 112 Robin Hood S7 vehicles on UK roads.
Robin Hood S7 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Robin Hood S7 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 S7
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.8% MOT pass rate from 96 tests
69.8% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Robin Hood S7 is 1986, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.8% across 96 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.8% — 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 S7 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robin Hood S7 THIS CAR | 83.4% | 896 | 12,234 mi | 46 yrs |
| Robin Hood 2B | 85.3% | 1,931 | 8,941 mi | 42 yrs |
| Man Not Stated | 72.1% | 617 | 288,398 mi | — yrs |
| Mercedes-benz Glc 300 AMG Line Prem+ E 4M A | 91% | 1,056 | 27,012 mi | — yrs |
| Harley Davidson Fxdb 103 Street Bob 1690 17 | 88.1% | 1,044 | 7,665 mi | 10 yrs |
Compared to the Robin Hood 2B (85.3% pass rate) and the Man Not Stated (72.1% pass rate), the Robin Hood S7 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Robin Hood S7Should you buy a used Robin Hood S7?
The Robin Hood S7 has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.4% across 896 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 S7 are brake binding (25 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (13), and position lamp(s) not working (12). 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 S7 owner drives around 293 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 S7 models stay on UK roads for around 46 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.