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OEG 818X

1981 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

65,301 mi
Last recorded65,301 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Reliant Robin46,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEG 818X
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 65,301 miles

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2009 64,371 miles

Centre Front Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Centre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 64,371 miles

Centre Front Steering component slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Centre Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 63,223 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 62,109 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 62,109 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 61,044 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 61,044 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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OEG 818X is a 1981 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 OEG 818X, 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 OEG 818X?

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What year was OEG 818X registered?

OEG 818X is a 1981 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is OEG 818X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEG 818X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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