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GEL 643V

1979 Reliant Robin

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,276 mi
Last recorded6,276 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 Reliant Robin42,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 643V
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 6,276 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 6,276 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2015 5,712 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component slightly misaligned (9.2.5d)

Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Front brake disc worn

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 3,631 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

front mudguard missing

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 818 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 14 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 8,157 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 8,157 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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GEL 643V is a 1979 Reliant Robin in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GEL 643V, 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

How do I check the history of GEL 643V?

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What year was GEL 643V registered?

GEL 643V is a 1979 Reliant Robin, first registered on 17 December 1979.

Is GEL 643V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 643V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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