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L496 FBU

1994 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,566 mi
Last recorded52,566 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2015
Typical for 1994 Reliant Robin47,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL496 FBU
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2015 52,566 miles

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

front shock absorber and spring corroded

front tyre perished

oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2014 52,365 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 52,549 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 52,548 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 9 Oct 2012 52,412 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 52,412 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 52,409 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 52,409 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Aug 2006 52,166 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 52,164 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

SMALL SPLIT IN FRONT RADIUS ARM BRACE BAR

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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L496 FBU is a 1994 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 L496 FBU, 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 L496 FBU registered?

L496 FBU is a 1994 Reliant Robin, first registered on 28 January 1994.

Is L496 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L496 FBU shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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