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P710 GVV

1997 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,614 mi
Last recorded61,614 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP710 GVV
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2010 61,614 miles

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

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 61,566 miles

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

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

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

slight play in front king pin

slight play in steering column

Pass 1 Apr 2008 61,430 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2008 61,430 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 60,247 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 28 Mar 2007 60,247 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 30 Mar 2006 57,852 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Mar 2006 57,852 miles

Centre Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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P710 GVV is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Red with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P710 GVV, 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 P710 GVV registered?

P710 GVV is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P710 GVV safe to buy?

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