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E216 HCG

1987 Robin Hood 2B

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

63,498 mi
Last recorded63,498 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Robin Hood 2B54,590 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE216 HCG
MakeRobin Hood
Model2B
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 63,498 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 63,334 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 63,307 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 63,295 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 63,281 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 63,262 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 63,238 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 63,185 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 63,185 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2016 63,131 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 63,131 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 May 2015 62,869 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 62,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2014 62,612 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 62,114 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2013 62,114 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2012 61,032 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 60,878 miles

offside front wheel slightly stiffer to spin than nearside front

Pass 26 Sep 2009 60,783 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 60,783 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2008 60,715 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 60,570 miles

How Reliable is the Robin Hood 2B?

Based on 1,931 MOT tests across 192 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
392
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 17
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 17
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 17
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
Headlamp not working on main beam 15
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E216 HCG is a 1987 Robin Hood 2B in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1987 Robin Hood 2B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 54,590 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 Robin Hood 2B fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E216 HCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Robin Hood 2B typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 39 years old, this Robin Hood 2B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E216 HCG?

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What year was E216 HCG registered?

E216 HCG is a 1987 Robin Hood 2B, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E216 HCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E216 HCG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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