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J279 JEU

1992 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

52,962 mi
Last recorded52,962 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 1992 Reliant Robin48,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ279 JEU
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 52,962 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded hub back plate pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Drivers seat base collapsed

Oil leak From engine ()

Pass 29 Feb 2016 52,962 miles

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

Engine very smoky at idle and when revs increased

Pass 19 Dec 2014 52,962 miles

Engine mountings showing signs of wear and tear

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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

Rear axle oil leak N/S

Pass 23 Dec 2013 52,962 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Fail 13 Dec 2013 52,962 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Strong smell of petrol from front of car

Pass 13 Dec 2012 52,962 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Upper Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 52,221 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 52,109 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Dec 2010 51,195 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

front shock has slight oil misting

near side and off side rear tyre cracking on outer side wall

near side and off side rear tyres worn on leagle limit 1.6mm

near side rear anti roll bar bushes have slight play

Pass 13 Dec 2010 51,195 miles

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

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

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

front shock has slight oil misting

near side and off side rear tyre cracking on outer side wall

near side and off side rear tyres worn on leagle limit 1.6mm

near side rear anti roll bar bushes have slight play

Fail 29 Dec 2009 50,499 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 50,499 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 46,117 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 44,370 miles

Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

steering box damp †steering box has free play

Pass 18 Apr 2006 41,355 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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J279 JEU is a 1992 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J279 JEU, 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.

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J279 JEU is a 1992 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 May 1992.

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