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F981 RAB

1988 Reliant Robin

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2007
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

5,555 mi
Last recorded5,555 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF981 RAB
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2006 5,555 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 555 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 4 Nov 2006 554 miles

Front Radius arm cracked (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Oct 2006 544 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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F981 RAB is a 1988 Reliant Robin in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 F981 RAB, 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 38 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F981 RAB registered?

F981 RAB is a 1988 Reliant Robin, first registered on 18 October 1988.

Is F981 RAB safe to buy?

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