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LBL 872W

1981 Reliant Robin

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,127 mi
Last recorded13,127 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Reliant Robin46,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLBL 872W
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 13,127 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 11,877 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 11,419 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 11,419 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 11,102 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush lift (2.5.A.3a)

Parking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

exhaust fouling body

Fail 31 Mar 2016 11,102 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush lift (2.5.A.3a)

Parking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

exhaust fouling body

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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LBL 872W is a 1981 Reliant Robin in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 46,890 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 LBL 872W, 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 45 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LBL 872W?

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What year was LBL 872W registered?

LBL 872W is a 1981 Reliant Robin, first registered on 18 May 1981.

Is LBL 872W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LBL 872W 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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