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L948 VMW

1994 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,157 mi
Last recorded74,157 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 1994 Reliant Robin47,086 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL948 VMW
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 74,157 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 74,027 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 71,863 miles

rear brakes pipes showing signs of corrosion

Fail 3 Feb 2017 71,556 miles

Brake performance not tested all brakes binding (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working both sides (1.1.A.3b)

rear brakes pipes showing signs of corrosion

Pass 11 May 2015 71,209 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 May 2014 70,069 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2013 69,097 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s handbrake rubbing exhaust

Pass 28 Sep 2011 68,812 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 67,181 miles

oil leak

rear lights slightly shorting out

slight noise to rear axle

slight play to front king pin

slight play to steering drop arm

Fail 12 Oct 2010 67,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

oil leak

rear lights slightly shorting out

slight noise to rear axle

slight play to front king pin

slight play to steering drop arm

Pass 8 Oct 2009 65,686 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 65,666 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 62,327 miles

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)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 58,027 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2006 53,733 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 48,601 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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L948 VMW is a 1994 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L948 VMW, 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 L948 VMW registered?

L948 VMW is a 1994 Reliant Robin, first registered on 19 January 1994.

Is L948 VMW safe to buy?

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