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JNX 157V

1979 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

18,173 mi
Last recorded18,173 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 1979 Reliant Robin42,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNX 157V
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 18,173 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 18,160 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing bolt insecure leaf spring u bolts insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis by front leaf spring mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis by front leaf spring mounting is insufficiently welded [ should be seam welded ] (2.4.A.3)

Rear both rear spring front bushes cracking

Pass 23 Mar 2015 17,580 miles

Nearside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 17,033 miles

fuel filler neck mounting slightly insecure

slight noise front bearing

wiring condition under front wings poor

Pass 12 Apr 2013 16,818 miles

fuel filler neck mounting slightly insecure

slight noise front bearing

wiring condition under front wings

Fail 5 Apr 2013 16,811 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

fuel filler neck mounting slightly insecure

slight noise front bearing

wiring condition under front wings

Pass 10 Apr 2012 16,382 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 15,900 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 15,893 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 15,196 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 14,371 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 14,364 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 11,978 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 10,117 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 7,061 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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JNX 157V is a 1979 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 42,754 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 JNX 157V, 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 47 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JNX 157V registered?

JNX 157V is a 1979 Reliant Robin, first registered on 2 October 1979.

Is JNX 157V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNX 157V shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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