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P552 JTP

1996 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,615 mi
Last recorded75,615 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2011
Typical for 1996 Reliant Robin43,442 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP552 JTP
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2011 75,615 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Front fogs inop

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 75,615 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Front fogs inop

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 15 Jul 2011 75,528 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Spare tyre defective

track rod rubbers split

Pass 10 Jun 2010 73,831 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 71,705 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 69,515 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 65,539 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 61,725 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 61,725 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

Centre Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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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P552 JTP is a 1996 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P552 JTP, 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 P552 JTP registered?

P552 JTP is a 1996 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 November 1996.

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