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L954 RRV

1993 Reliant Robin

Beige Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

18,109 mi
Last recorded18,109 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 1993 Reliant Robin46,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL954 RRV
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1993
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2013 18,109 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 18,109 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 17,590 miles

Non obligatory mirror missing

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 11 Sep 2012 17,590 miles

Centre Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Non obligatory mirror missing

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 17,388 miles

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

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)

Oil leak

Fail 14 Jul 2011 17,388 miles

Centre Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Front Radius arm cracked (2.4.G.1)

Centre Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Outer Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

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)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2009 16,204 miles

Center to rear exhaust join blowing slightly

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

Nearside reverse light inop

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear axle slightly corroded

Fail 22 Oct 2009 16,204 miles

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

Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Center to rear exhaust join blowing slightly

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

Nearside reverse light inop

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear axle slightly corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2008 15,163 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 14,743 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 14,153 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 13,632 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2005 13,623 miles

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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L954 RRV is a 1993 Reliant Robin in Beige with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1993 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 46,251 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 L954 RRV, 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 33 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L954 RRV registered?

L954 RRV is a 1993 Reliant Robin, first registered on 5 August 1993.

Is L954 RRV safe to buy?

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