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P212 SUB

1996 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests32 (18 pass, 14 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

66,410 mi
Last recorded66,410 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 1996 Reliant Robin43,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP212 SUB
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 14 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 66,410 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 66,385 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2022 66,100 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 66,028 miles

engine mounts broken

Fail 17 Sep 2020 66,012 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

engine mounts broken

Pass 16 Apr 2019 65,415 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 65,415 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 64,915 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 64,915 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 64,559 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 64,066 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 64,066 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 63,551 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 63,144 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 63,129 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 26 Mar 2013 62,397 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 62,397 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 60,618 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 60,618 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 59,268 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 59,268 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 57,861 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 57,861 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 55,317 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 55,317 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 51,945 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 51,945 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 90,178 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 48,855 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 48,855 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2005 46,096 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 46,096 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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P212 SUB is a 1996 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 P212 SUB, 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

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What year was P212 SUB registered?

P212 SUB is a 1996 Reliant Robin, first registered on 4 December 1996.

Is P212 SUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P212 SUB shows 32 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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