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N208 GNP

1996 Reliant Robin

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

58,813 mi
Last recorded58,813 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Reliant Robin43,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN208 GNP
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 58,813 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 58,502 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 58,480 miles

Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened arm strengthening bar (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 55,380 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 47,753 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 47,736 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 47,658 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear dif/leaking

oil leak

Fail 1 Jun 2017 47,658 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear dif/leaking

oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2016 47,646 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Jun 2016 47,646 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2012 48,350 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 48,346 miles

Front Radius arm fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2011 40,861 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 40,861 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 36,630 miles

advise corrosion rear brake pipes

advise lift in steering king pin

Fail 11 Dec 2009 36,630 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise corrosion rear brake pipes

advise lift in steering king pin

Pass 15 Dec 2008 36,076 miles

bonnet lock insecure

corrosion at rear brake pipes

travel at foot brake

Fail 15 Dec 2008 36,076 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bonnet lock insecure

corrosion at rear brake pipes

travel at foot brake

Pass 7 Dec 2007 35,651 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

condensation in nearside headlamp

Fail 7 Dec 2007 35,649 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 34,169 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 34,169 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside headlight reflector slightly corroded

offside front brake pipe slightly corroded

rear brake pipes slighty co0rroded

Pass 9 Dec 2005 32,259 miles

advise foot brake travel

advise wear on reflective material at nearside headlight

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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N208 GNP is a 1996 Reliant Robin in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

Across all 1996 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 43,442 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 N208 GNP, 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 30 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N208 GNP?

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What year was N208 GNP registered?

N208 GNP is a 1996 Reliant Robin, first registered on 26 June 1996.

Is N208 GNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N208 GNP shows 23 tests with a 56.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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