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HLG 551T

1978 Reliant Robin

Orange Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,049 mi
Last recorded83,049 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Reliant Robin47,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLG 551T
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2018 83,049 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front play in king pin

Pass 9 Jun 2017 82,894 miles

play in kingpin

end float in o/s halfshaft

Pass 9 Jun 2016 82,501 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 82,501 miles

Centre Front Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 8 May 2015 82,482 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 81,748 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 80,543 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 79,901 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 79,901 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 73,413 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 71,622 miles

front a frame re welded

Pass 20 Oct 2008 69,794 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Fail 16 Oct 2008 69,794 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 63,982 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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HLG 551T is a 1978 Reliant Robin in Orange with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 47,087 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 HLG 551T, 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 48 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HLG 551T registered?

HLG 551T is a 1978 Reliant Robin, first registered on 25 October 1978.

Is HLG 551T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLG 551T shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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