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J383 WDC

1992 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

69,731 mi
Last recorded69,731 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 1992 Reliant Robin48,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ383 WDC
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 69,731 miles

Central Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear handbrake outer cable perished

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 69,731 miles

Central Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Central Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Central Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear handbrake outer cable perished

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 69,731 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 69,731 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 75,731 miles

Fuel system component insecure fuel filter insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Front slight play in king pin, on lift

Pass 20 Sep 2016 68,086 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush lift. (2.5.A.3a)

fuel filter has no securing clips.

has split front panel but dose not effect the security of the body.

battery insecure.

Fail 20 Sep 2016 68,081 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush lift. (2.5.A.3a)

fuel filter has no securing clips.

has split front panel but dose not effect the security of the body.

battery insecure.

Pass 29 Nov 2012 68,071 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 67,949 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 27 Oct 2011 67,941 miles

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 67,592 miles

Centre Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

oil smoke on start up and when left idling a long time.

Pass 30 Sep 2009 67,290 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 66,251 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 66,251 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 63,716 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 60,774 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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J383 WDC is a 1992 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 J383 WDC, 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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J383 WDC is a 1992 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 May 1992.

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