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GSC 885N

1974 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,959 mi
Last recorded12,959 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
Typical for 1974 Reliant Robin52,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSC 885N
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2012 12,959 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 9,371 miles

Oil leak

engine fumes

Fail 20 Sep 2011 9,012 miles

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

engine fumes

Pass 27 Sep 2010 6,214 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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GSC 885N is a 1974 Reliant Robin in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 52,367 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 GSC 885N, 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 52 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 GSC 885N registered?

GSC 885N is a 1974 Reliant Robin, first registered on 4 October 1974.

Is GSC 885N safe to buy?

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