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K389 YVN

1992 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,916 mi
Last recorded61,916 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1992 Reliant Robin48,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK389 YVN
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 61,916 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

all seat belt mounting point brackets corroded

Fail 9 Aug 2016 61,890 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

all seat belt mounting point brackets corroded

Propshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing ALL LOOSE ()

Pass 19 Aug 2015 59,987 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Aug 2015 59,987 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 55,105 miles

slight lift on king pin

Pass 16 Aug 2013 50,827 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 50,736 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2011 50,479 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2010 50,221 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 49,930 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 49,353 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 49,042 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 47,113 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 47,109 miles

Centre Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Aug 2005 42,213 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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K389 YVN is a 1992 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 K389 YVN, 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.

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What year was K389 YVN registered?

K389 YVN is a 1992 Reliant Robin, first registered on 5 September 1992.

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