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P659 XLJ

1997 Reliant Robin

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

67,764 mi
Last recorded67,764 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP659 XLJ
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 67,764 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2016 66,888 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 66,035 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 65,493 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 65,485 miles

Centre Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Centre Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 May 2013 64,127 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 62,489 miles

Oil leak from engine

Pass 18 May 2011 60,591 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 5,640 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 49,435 miles

both rear tyres are wearing unevenly

Pass 23 May 2008 44,602 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 39,124 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 33,645 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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P659 XLJ is a 1997 Reliant Robin in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 P659 XLJ, 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.

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What year was P659 XLJ registered?

P659 XLJ is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is P659 XLJ safe to buy?

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