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H974 SHL

1990 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

66,627 mi
Last recorded66,627 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2011
Typical for 1990 Reliant Robin57,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH974 SHL
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2011 66,627 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 66,601 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 62,489 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 58,404 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 52,344 miles

rear prop joint slight play

Fail 24 Sep 2008 52,178 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

rear prop joint slight play

Pass 25 Sep 2007 45,666 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 25 Sep 2007 45,666 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 39,062 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 39,053 miles

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

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

interior mirror missing

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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H974 SHL is a 1990 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 H974 SHL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H974 SHL registered?

H974 SHL is a 1990 Reliant Robin, first registered on 24 October 1990.

Is H974 SHL safe to buy?

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