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FVR 357V

1979 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

17,834 mi
Last recorded17,834 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1979 Reliant Robin42,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVR 357V
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 17,834 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 6,470 miles

Coolant leaks

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 4 Jun 2016 6,470 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Coolant leaks

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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

Fail 6 Jun 2015 6,470 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 6,470 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 31 May 2014 6,218 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2010
Pass 7 Jun 2008 1,839 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008

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

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 29,000 miles

presented as a reliant trike with vw running gear and engine

Fail 2 Jun 2007 29,000 miles

Front Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

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

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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FVR 357V is a 1979 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FVR 357V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FVR 357V registered?

FVR 357V is a 1979 Reliant Robin, first registered on 5 September 1979.

Is FVR 357V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVR 357V shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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