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P265 LFL

1997 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,350 mi
Last recorded91,350 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP265 LFL
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 91,350 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 20 Feb 2017 91,350 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 90,532 miles

Play in prop U/J

Pass 18 Feb 2015 89,469 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 89,469 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 88,575 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 88,575 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine muonting broken

Pass 21 Feb 2013 87,308 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 87,308 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 85,507 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 85,507 miles

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 82,799 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 79,493 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 76,594 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 72,739 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 72,700 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 67,904 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 63,530 miles

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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P265 LFL is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P265 LFL, 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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What year was P265 LFL registered?

P265 LFL is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P265 LFL safe to buy?

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