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P519 XFG

1997 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

15,168 mi
Last recorded15,168 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP519 XFG
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 15,168 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 14,901 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 14,901 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 14,901 miles

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 14,901 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 13,978 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 13,924 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 13,133 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 12,426 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 10,705 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 10,705 miles

Nearside Front Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 10,041 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 10,041 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 9,085 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 9,085 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 9,053 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 9,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 9,000 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 8,919 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2012 8,714 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 8,430 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 8,156 miles

slight perishing to the front tyre and the nearside rear tyre.

Fail 29 Jun 2010 8,156 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

slight perishing to the front tyre and the nearside rear tyre.

Pass 3 Jul 2009 7,883 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 7,584 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 7,281 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 7,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 7,180 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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P519 XFG is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 P519 XFG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P519 XFG registered?

P519 XFG is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is P519 XFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P519 XFG shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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