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K491 TAD

1992 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,459 mi
Last recorded22,459 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 1992 Reliant Robin48,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK491 TAD
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 22,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 22,010 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 22,008 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 22,002 miles

n/s door mirror damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2017 22,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and has cracks within tread pattern (4.1.E.1)

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

o/s head light has condensation in

Pass 22 Apr 2016 22,003 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 22,002 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2015 22,002 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 22,004 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 22,004 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 22,001 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 22,000 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 22,009 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Wiper blade splitting.

Fail 29 Feb 2012 22,009 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Wiper blade splitting.

Fail 1 Mar 2011 22,006 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 22,006 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 22,004 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 20,055 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 19,930 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 19,930 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 19,198 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 19,194 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 18,122 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2006 18,122 miles

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

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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K491 TAD is a 1992 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K491 TAD, 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 K491 TAD registered?

K491 TAD is a 1992 Reliant Robin, first registered on 9 October 1992.

Is K491 TAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K491 TAD shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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