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MHK 16P

1976 Reliant Kitten De Luxe

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,707 mi
Last recorded2,707 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 1976 Reliant Kitten De Luxe57,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHK 16P
MakeReliant
ModelKitten De Luxe
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 2,707 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 1,696 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 1,696 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 678 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 678 miles

Battery leaking electrolyte (1.9.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 99,651 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 98,635 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 97,258 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 95,720 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 93,846 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 92,414 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 92,000 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 92,000 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 91,305 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 90,473 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 90,473 miles

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 89,127 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2006 87,489 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Kitten De Luxe?

Based on 2,848 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
1,303
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 186
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 151
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 130
parking brake recording little or no effort 114
Stop lamp not working 87
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MHK 16P is a 1976 Reliant Kitten De Luxe in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1976 Reliant Kitten De Luxe models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 57,507 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Kitten De Luxe fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 186 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MHK 16P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Kitten De Luxe typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 50 years old, this Reliant Kitten De Luxe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MHK 16P registered?

MHK 16P is a 1976 Reliant Kitten De Luxe, first registered on 23 February 1976.

Is MHK 16P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHK 16P shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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