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NWU 42P

1976 Reliant Robin

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

335 mi
Last recorded335 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2006
Typical for 1976 Reliant Robin54,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWU 42P
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2006 335 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2005 321 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 Nov 2005 321 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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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NWU 42P is a 1976 Reliant Robin in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1976 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 54,328 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 NWU 42P, 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 50 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 NWU 42P?

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What year was NWU 42P registered?

NWU 42P is a 1976 Reliant Robin, first registered on 2 March 1976.

Is NWU 42P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWU 42P shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NWU 42P have outstanding finance?

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