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JHL 952W

1981 Reliant Robin

Purple Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,625 mi
Last recorded64,625 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Reliant Robin46,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHL 952W
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1981
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 64,625 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 64,230 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 64,230 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working with front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2014 64,219 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 64,188 miles

Both rear tyres cracked on outer sidewalls but unable to see cords

Front tyre worn unevenly

Handbrake cable slightly chaffing on frame

Pass 28 Mar 2012 64,138 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 64,066 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 63,854 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 63,764 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 63,764 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b) DANGEROUS

rear seat back is insecure

Pass 1 Aug 2007 63,609 miles

Offside Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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JHL 952W is a 1981 Reliant Robin in Purple with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 46,890 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 JHL 952W, 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 45 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JHL 952W?

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What year was JHL 952W registered?

JHL 952W is a 1981 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is JHL 952W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHL 952W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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