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LFE 461V

1979 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

1,155 mi
Last recorded1,155 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1979 Reliant Robin42,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFE 461V
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 1,155 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 1,010 miles

Central Front oil leak from oil cooler

Fail 29 Jul 2024 1,010 miles

Central Front Brake hose excessively stretched fouling frame when steered (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Central Front oil leak from oil cooler

Pass 26 Jul 2023 900 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2022
Pass 22 Apr 2021

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 43,502 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 43,301 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 4,303 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 4,033 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 4,031 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 4,031 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 4,030 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 4,030 miles

Indicator tell tale missing (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 May 2012
Pass 19 May 2011 441 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 3,939 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 1,954 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 778 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 22,350 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 55,044 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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LFE 461V is a 1979 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 42,754 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 LFE 461V, 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 47 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LFE 461V registered?

LFE 461V is a 1979 Reliant Robin, first registered on 19 September 1979.

Is LFE 461V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFE 461V shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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