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P309 VHW

1997 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

45,932 mi
Last recorded45,932 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2019
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP309 VHW
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2019 45,932 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 45,932 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 45,656 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 45,656 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 45,212 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 44,254 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 43,230 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 41,847 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 41,847 miles

Inner Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 40,307 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 38,802 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 37,443 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 35,989 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 34,305 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 32,782 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 31,141 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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P309 VHW is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P309 VHW, 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 P309 VHW registered?

P309 VHW is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P309 VHW safe to buy?

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