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J974 HNV

1992 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

44,313 mi
Last recorded44,313 miles
Recorded on14 May 2012
Typical for 1992 Reliant Robin48,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ974 HNV
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 May 2012 44,313 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 44,310 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 44,266 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 25 Mar 2011 44,235 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Battery insecure

Pass 29 Mar 2010 44,191 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 44,184 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2009 43,924 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 43,924 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 43,760 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 43,760 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 42,809 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 42,765 miles

Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 36,706 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 36,589 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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J974 HNV is a 1992 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 J974 HNV, 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 J974 HNV registered?

J974 HNV is a 1992 Reliant Robin, first registered on 22 February 1992.

Is J974 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J974 HNV shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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