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J597 PJA

1992 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,756 mi
Last recorded31,756 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Reliant Robin48,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ597 PJA
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 31,756 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 31,559 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 30,904 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 29,454 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 12 Aug 2022 29,454 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 23,651 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 23,651 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2012 22,925 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 22,595 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 20,295 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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J597 PJA is a 1992 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J597 PJA, 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 J597 PJA registered?

J597 PJA is a 1992 Reliant Robin, first registered on 2 January 1992.

Is J597 PJA safe to buy?

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