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K954 RKJ

1992 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

48,374 mi
Last recorded48,374 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Reliant Robin48,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK954 RKJ
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 48,374 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 48,337 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 48,001 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 48,001 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested brake pedal has no resistance (1.2.1 (g))

Brake performance unable to be tested parking brake has no resistance (1.2.1 (g))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 46,769 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 46,758 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 44,962 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 44,962 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 41,336 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 41,320 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear brake performance low

Pass 15 Dec 2020 39,089 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes superficially corroded but have all been greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 39,089 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes superficially corroded but have all been greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel hose corroded rubber hose deteriorating by rear fuel filter (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 39,067 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play forward end, attention is recommended (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 38,712 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 38,474 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both steering rod end rubbers (2.2.C.1c)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play very slight wear in both steering rod ball joints (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 38,002 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 37,165 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 36,278 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 36,278 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 35,658 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 35,016 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 35,016 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 34,383 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 33,940 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 33,054 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 19,914 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 15,882 miles

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

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

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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K954 RKJ is a 1992 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 K954 RKJ, 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

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What year was K954 RKJ registered?

K954 RKJ is a 1992 Reliant Robin, first registered on 17 September 1992.

Is K954 RKJ safe to buy?

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