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L282 MTV

1993 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

54,338 mi
Last recorded54,338 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Reliant Robin46,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL282 MTV
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 54,338 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 53,338 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 52,952 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 52,952 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 51,253 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2019 51,251 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 48,469 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 45,856 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 43,437 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 40,474 miles

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

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

dash insecure

Pass 27 Oct 2014 37,777 miles

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

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

dash insecure

front engine rubbers

Pass 7 Oct 2013 34,428 miles

front dash cracked

Pass 15 Oct 2012 31,499 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 28,301 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 28,301 miles

Centre Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 24,882 miles

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

dash split

Fail 5 Oct 2010 24,878 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

dash split

Pass 20 Oct 2009 21,283 miles

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

dash insecure

near side headlamp black

Pass 21 Oct 2008 17,879 miles

dash slightly cracked

Pass 15 Oct 2007 13,922 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 9,958 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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L282 MTV is a 1993 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 L282 MTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L282 MTV?

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What year was L282 MTV registered?

L282 MTV is a 1993 Reliant Robin, first registered on 18 October 1993.

Is L282 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L282 MTV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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