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P603 HMC

1996 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

83,793 mi
Last recorded83,793 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Reliant Robin43,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP603 HMC
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 83,793 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 81,786 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 79,838 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 77,773 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 75,978 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 74,596 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 72,662 miles

advise propshaft

advise slight play in steering box

Pass 3 May 2018 71,112 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 69,592 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 68,204 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 65,711 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 62,569 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 57,948 miles

advise slight distortion in front wheel rim

Pass 17 Apr 2012 54,048 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 50,185 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 49,419 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 49,409 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 48,231 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 47,198 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 47,198 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 46,072 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 46,061 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Propshaft component defective

Pass 28 Mar 2006 44,873 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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P603 HMC is a 1996 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P603 HMC, 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 P603 HMC registered?

P603 HMC is a 1996 Reliant Robin, first registered on 4 December 1996.

Is P603 HMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P603 HMC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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