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J258 SPA

1992 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,855 mi
Last recorded91,855 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
Typical for 1992 Reliant Robin48,391 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ258 SPA
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2013 91,855 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 91,805 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 83,764 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight play in steering box

Fail 21 Sep 2012 83,686 miles

Centre front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Slight play in steering box

Pass 13 Jan 2011 83,254 miles

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

slight lift in front king pin

Pass 15 Jan 2010 82,397 miles

front steering arm has slight play

Fail 15 Jan 2010 82,397 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front steering arm has slight play

Pass 20 Jan 2009 79,896 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 77,827 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 76,961 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 76,959 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine smokey

slight play in front king pin

slight play in offside rear roll bar bush to body

slight play in steering box

Pass 13 Jan 2006 73,801 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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J258 SPA is a 1992 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 48,391 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 J258 SPA, 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 34 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 J258 SPA registered?

J258 SPA is a 1992 Reliant Robin, first registered on 23 April 1992.

Is J258 SPA safe to buy?

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