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P417 LWP

1997 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

27,167 mi
Last recorded27,167 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP417 LWP
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 27,167 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 27,167 miles

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

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 25,237 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 1 Mar 2017 25,233 miles

Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 May 2015 25,203 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 24,855 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2014 24,855 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 24,638 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 22,541 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 22,246 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 22,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 20,640 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 20,640 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 15,206 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 14,841 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 14,613 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 13,776 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 13,776 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 12,595 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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P417 LWP is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 P417 LWP, 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 P417 LWP registered?

P417 LWP is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is P417 LWP safe to buy?

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