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P283 UWT

1997 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

51,878 mi
Last recorded51,878 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP283 UWT
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 51,878 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 51,878 miles

Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 50,696 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 46,834 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 43,614 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 40,673 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 40,662 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 36,832 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 84,073 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 83,939 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 63,437 miles

o/s headlamp glass broken

oil leak on engine

Fail 4 Jul 2007 63,437 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

dashboard loose

play in steering box

Pass 9 Mar 2006 39,434 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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P283 UWT is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P283 UWT, 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 P283 UWT registered?

P283 UWT is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 13 January 1997.

Is P283 UWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P283 UWT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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