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E246 HCG

2009 Robin Hood 2B

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,847 mi
Last recorded23,847 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Robin Hood 2B2,804 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE246 HCG
MakeRobin Hood
Model2B
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 23,847 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 22,533 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 22,531 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 21,534 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 20,230 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 19,402 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 18,752 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 17,296 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 15,425 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 13,209 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 11,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 9,150 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 6,197 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 6,197 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 3,540 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 2,030 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 21,864 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2008 21,857 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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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E246 HCG is a 2009 Robin Hood 2B in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Robin Hood 2B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 2,804 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E246 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 17 years old, this Robin Hood 2B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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E246 HCG is a 2009 Robin Hood 2B, first registered on 1 May 2009.

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