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G970 XDX

1989 Reliant Robin

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,363 mi
Last recorded77,363 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2010
Typical for 1989 Reliant Robin51,713 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG970 XDX
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2010 77,363 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 76,976 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 71,937 miles

front coil spring corroded

movement in drivers lower door hinge

n/s/r anti-roll bar "D" bush slightly worn

oil leak

slight play in steering box

Fail 10 Nov 2007 71,923 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

slight play in steering box

Fail 12 Oct 2007 71,493 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.6d)

Offside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 67,476 miles

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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G970 XDX is a 1989 Reliant Robin in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 51,713 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 G970 XDX, 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 37 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 G970 XDX registered?

G970 XDX is a 1989 Reliant Robin, first registered on 9 December 1989.

Is G970 XDX safe to buy?

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