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COV 296V

1979 Reliant Robin

Purple Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,159 mi
Last recorded8,159 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 1979 Reliant Robin42,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOV 296V
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1979
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 8,159 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 8,146 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 7,977 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 7,599 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 7,584 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 7,405 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 7,382 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (9.2.4)

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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COV 296V is a 1979 Reliant Robin in Purple with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 42,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 COV 296V, 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 47 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was COV 296V registered?

COV 296V is a 1979 Reliant Robin, first registered on 21 September 1979.

Is COV 296V safe to buy?

The MOT history for COV 296V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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