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P442 XTA

1996 Reliant Robin

Orange Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,383 mi
Last recorded2,383 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 1996 Reliant Robin43,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP442 XTA
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 2,383 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 2,365 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 2,354 miles

brake efficiency only just met

brake light switch sticky

no front brake fitted

parking brake on one wheel only

Pass 15 Sep 2009 55,495 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 55,495 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 52,025 miles

front wheel corroded

Pass 4 May 2007 50,302 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 50,295 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 May 2006 46,542 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 46,542 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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P442 XTA is a 1996 Reliant Robin in Orange with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1996 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 43,442 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 P442 XTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P442 XTA registered?

P442 XTA is a 1996 Reliant Robin, first registered on 17 September 1996.

Is P442 XTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P442 XTA shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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