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P529 RUM

1996 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

60,156 mi
Last recorded60,156 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Reliant Robin43,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP529 RUM
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 60,156 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 60,019 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 55,965 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 55,649 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 55,354 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 55,113 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 55,113 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 54,697 miles

Slight noise on nearside rear wheel bearing

Fail 3 Sep 2010 54,134 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 54,134 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 53,495 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 51,819 miles

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

rear diff noisey

Pass 6 Sep 2007 50,878 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 46,020 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 45,966 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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P529 RUM is a 1996 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P529 RUM, 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 P529 RUM registered?

P529 RUM is a 1996 Reliant Robin, first registered on 24 September 1996.

Is P529 RUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P529 RUM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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