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P395 KSM

1996 Reliant Robin

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

46,422 mi
Last recorded46,422 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1996 Reliant Robin43,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP395 KSM
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 46,422 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Seat slightly insecure mounting

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 46,386 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Seat slightly insecure mounting

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 45,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Jun 2020 45,441 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened suspension arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 45,341 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 4,513 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2018 4,513 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 44,846 miles

Engine oil leak

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Door mirror missing

Fail 6 Mar 2017 44,844 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Engine oil leak

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Door mirror missing

Pass 25 Jan 2016 42,006 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 41,610 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 41,261 miles

cracks in the front tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2013 41,156 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 41,156 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

propshaft rear u/j worn

Pass 23 Aug 2010 40,796 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 39,903 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 39,903 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 38,965 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 36,302 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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P395 KSM is a 1996 Reliant Robin in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1996 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 43,442 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 P395 KSM, 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 30 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P395 KSM registered?

P395 KSM is a 1996 Reliant Robin, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P395 KSM safe to buy?

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