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ATJ 984X

1981 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

21,588 mi
Last recorded21,588 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1981 Reliant Robin46,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATJ 984X
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 21,588 miles

Front steering head bearings notchy

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 21,574 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension leaking fork (2.4.D.2)

Stop lamp not working rear brake pedal (1.2.1b)

Front steering head bearings notchy

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 20,865 miles

Battery loose / insecure in boot

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both front forks showing signs of leaking (9.2.7b)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 20,865 miles

Brake relay lever has restricted free movement Both rear parking brake relay levers fouling wheel cylinder housing (3.5.1k)

Exhaust system not adequately supported Exhaust system loose / insecure on down pipe (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Rear Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (3.7.C.2)

Battery loose / insecure in boot

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both front forks showing signs of leaking (9.2.7b)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 18,914 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 4 Aug 2014 17,818 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

Fail 25 Jul 2014 17,791 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 15,337 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

headraces slightly notchy

Pass 27 Jul 2012 10,901 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2008 87,637 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 87,637 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

How Reliable is the Reliant Robin?

Based on 50,844 MOT tests across 4,504 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
1,464
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
4,504
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 2,808
Stop lamp not working 2,413
Headlamp aim too high 1,292
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,201
Headlamp not working on main beam 1,087
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ATJ 984X is a 1981 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 46,890 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Reliant Robin fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 2,808 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ATJ 984X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Robin typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ATJ 984X registered?

ATJ 984X is a 1981 Reliant Robin, first registered on 16 October 1981.

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The MOT history for ATJ 984X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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