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OVJ 5M

1973 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

59,265 mi
Last recorded59,265 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVJ 5M
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2020 59,265 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 59,265 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2015 59,204 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 58,731 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 58,673 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 58,470 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 58,336 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 58,190 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 58,179 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 58,109 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 58,001 miles

fuel filler hose cracking †

slight play in kingpin

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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OVJ 5M is a 1973 Reliant Robin in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OVJ 5M, 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 53 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 OVJ 5M?

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What year was OVJ 5M registered?

OVJ 5M is a 1973 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 December 1973.

Is OVJ 5M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVJ 5M shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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