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L686 VTP

1994 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,235 mi
Last recorded36,235 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2010
Typical for 1994 Reliant Robin47,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL686 VTP
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2010 36,235 miles

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

Engine idling slightly fast

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 15 Nov 2010 36,235 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Engine idling slightly fast

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 35,234 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 32,411 miles

1) surface rust on steel brake pipes †2) n/s/r tyre wearing thin

Pass 22 Jul 2005 28,455 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 28,431 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Steering column cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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L686 VTP is a 1994 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 L686 VTP, 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.

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What year was L686 VTP registered?

L686 VTP is a 1994 Reliant Robin, first registered on 6 June 1994.

Is L686 VTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L686 VTP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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