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KFD 349V

1980 Reliant Robin

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,781 mi
Last recorded21,781 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 1980 Reliant Robin49,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFD 349V
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Jan 2022 21,781 miles

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2018 21,728 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced several areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2018

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements wrong colour (0.1 (d))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced several areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2016 21,205 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 21,153 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 21,016 miles

Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

front wiper blades slightly smearing screen

offside front headlamp aim on limits

Fail 1 Aug 2012 21,010 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

front wiper blades slightly smearing screen

offside front headlamp aim on limits

Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,984 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 23,965 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 20,930 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 20,914 miles
Fail 8 May 2006

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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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KFD 349V is a 1980 Reliant Robin in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 49,571 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 KFD 349V, 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 46 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 KFD 349V registered?

KFD 349V is a 1980 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is KFD 349V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFD 349V shows 12 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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