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P240 DCW

1997 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,180 mi
Last recorded51,180 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP240 DCW
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2010 51,180 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 51,180 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 49,916 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 46,949 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear cross brake pipe across axle corroding

Pass 12 Sep 2007 44,299 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 40,042 miles

engine not idling too well

slight play on front wheel

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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P240 DCW is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 40,539 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P240 DCW, 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 29 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of P240 DCW?

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What year was P240 DCW registered?

P240 DCW is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 14 June 1997.

Is P240 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P240 DCW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P240 DCW have outstanding finance?

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