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L490 PAU

1994 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

5,824 mi
Last recorded5,824 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2026
Typical for 1994 Reliant Robin47,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL490 PAU
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2026 5,824 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Lose cable

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 13 Sep 2026 5,824 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Lose cable

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 5,490 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 4,634 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 3,647 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 3,632 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 3,579 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 3,519 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 3,453 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 3,426 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2010 3,426 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 13 May 2009 3,355 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 3,298 miles

front nearside fog/spot light inoperative

Pass 17 May 2007 3,234 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 3,138 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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L490 PAU is a 1994 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 L490 PAU, 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

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What year was L490 PAU registered?

L490 PAU is a 1994 Reliant Robin, first registered on 15 June 1994.

Is L490 PAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L490 PAU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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