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J989 ERB

1992 Reliant Robin

Orange Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

66,517 mi
Last recorded66,517 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 1992 Reliant Robin48,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ989 ERB
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1992
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 66,517 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 66,511 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 66,008 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 66,008 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2016 81,497 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 81,472 miles

Stop lamp not working o/s (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 76,922 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 74,185 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 74,161 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 72,617 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 70,528 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 23 Jun 2011 68,270 miles

engine mounts split

Pass 25 Jun 2010 63,239 miles

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

low effort n/s hand brake

Pass 27 May 2009 67,649 miles

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

front tyre perished

Pass 28 May 2008 52,474 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 47,927 miles

slight play king pin

Pass 15 May 2006 43,188 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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J989 ERB is a 1992 Reliant Robin in Orange with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 J989 ERB, 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

How do I check the history of J989 ERB?

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What year was J989 ERB registered?

J989 ERB is a 1992 Reliant Robin, first registered on 15 May 1992.

Is J989 ERB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J989 ERB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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