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P34 XNW

1997 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,182 mi
Last recorded61,182 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP34 XNW
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 61,182 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 54,870 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 52,671 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 52,176 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing is corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

both rear springs are slightly corroded

slight oil leak from engine and rear diff

Pass 21 Jan 2019 51,203 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

slight oil leak on engine and diff

Fail 19 Jan 2019 51,203 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

slight oil leak on engine and diff

Pass 24 Jan 2018 50,398 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering pivot point has slight play king pin (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 24 Jan 2018 50,398 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering pivot point has slight play king pin (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 49,337 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 17 Jan 2017 49,337 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp(s) not working on first click of switch (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade is split (8.2.2)

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 48,361 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 47,856 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 47,514 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 46,754 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 46,435 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 45,866 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 45,495 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 45,098 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 42,248 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 38,206 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 31,248 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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P34 XNW is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P34 XNW, 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 P34 XNW registered?

P34 XNW is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P34 XNW safe to buy?

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