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FGX 61V

1980 Reliant Robin

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

48,232 mi
Last recorded48,232 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 1980 Reliant Robin49,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGX 61V
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 48,232 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 45,358 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 39,894 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 33,694 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 28,116 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 22,821 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 17,902 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 13,606 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 13,599 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 9,944 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 5,596 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 5,544 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 1,680 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 1,644 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 98,436 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 97,149 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 96,506 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 95,078 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 95,067 miles

Front Suspension arm fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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FGX 61V is a 1980 Reliant Robin in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1980 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 49,571 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 FGX 61V, 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 46 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FGX 61V registered?

FGX 61V is a 1980 Reliant Robin, first registered on 5 February 1980.

Is FGX 61V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGX 61V shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FGX 61V have outstanding finance?

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