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L129 VAB

1993 Reliant Robin

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

51,691 mi
Last recorded51,691 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1993 Reliant Robin46,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL129 VAB
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1993
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 51,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 51,683 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust system is corroded

radiator core is corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2014 51,676 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres are cracking on tread

exhaust system is corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2014 51,671 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres are cracking on tread

exhaust system is corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2013 51,627 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

oil sump is corroded and weeping

Pass 27 Sep 2012 51,580 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

radiator is in poorcondition

Fail 14 Sep 2012 51,574 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

radiator is in poorcondition

Pass 19 Aug 2011 51,241 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both dust covers on steering arms split

handbrake cables rusty

rear brake pipes rusty

Pass 20 Aug 2010 50,685 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 50,685 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

nearside front headlamp

offside center brake pipe starting to corrode

offside front brake pipe starting to corrode

play in steering box

slight play in front wheel bearing

Pass 20 Aug 2009 50,001 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 50,001 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 49,441 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 48,731 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 47,664 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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L129 VAB is a 1993 Reliant Robin in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1993 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 46,251 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 L129 VAB, 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 33 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L129 VAB registered?

L129 VAB is a 1993 Reliant Robin, first registered on 22 October 1993.

Is L129 VAB safe to buy?

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