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H231 SWB

1990 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,534 mi
Last recorded35,534 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
Typical for 1990 Reliant Robin57,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH231 SWB
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2011 35,534 miles

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

engine mounts worn

o/s rear wheel arch cracked

slight play/wear in front king pin

Pass 18 May 2007 34,943 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 34,817 miles

Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Upper Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 33,544 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2005 32,284 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2005 32,284 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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H231 SWB is a 1990 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 57,274 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 H231 SWB, 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 36 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H231 SWB registered?

H231 SWB is a 1990 Reliant Robin, first registered on 13 August 1990.

Is H231 SWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H231 SWB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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