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L383 WHY

1994 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,812 mi
Last recorded7,812 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Reliant Robin47,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL383 WHY
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 7,812 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

general corrosion underneath for age of vehicle

Pass 19 Oct 2024 6,746 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 4,231 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 2,716 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 2,643 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 1,309 miles

Oil Leak

Pass 3 Aug 2020 850 miles

oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2019 99,684 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 98,405 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 97,442 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 95,856 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 95,508 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 95,508 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 95,368 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 95,356 miles

Centre Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 89,534 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 89,534 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 87,297 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 87,297 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 81,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise stering collom movment

Pass 8 Apr 2011 81,296 miles

advise stering collom movment

Pass 24 Mar 2010 76,022 miles

Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 70,933 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 65,418 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2008 65,418 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 56,221 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 48,348 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 48,348 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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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L383 WHY is a 1994 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1994 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 47,086 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 L383 WHY, 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 32 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 L383 WHY?

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What year was L383 WHY registered?

L383 WHY is a 1994 Reliant Robin, first registered on 8 July 1994.

Is L383 WHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L383 WHY shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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