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P831 BPG

1996 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2010
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

31,092 mi
Last recorded31,092 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2009
Typical for 1996 Reliant Robin43,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP831 BPG
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2009 31,092 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2009 31,092 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 30,114 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Nov 2008 30,114 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 28,788 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2007 28,788 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 27,505 miles

rear offside fog light fading in colour.

Fail 22 Nov 2006 27,505 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear offsside fog light fading in colour.

Fail 2 Dec 2005 25,578 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r wheelbearing leaking slightly

Pass 2 Dec 2005 25,578 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

o/s/r wheelbearing leaking slightly

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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P831 BPG is a 1996 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P831 BPG, 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 P831 BPG registered?

P831 BPG is a 1996 Reliant Robin, first registered on 5 December 1996.

Is P831 BPG safe to buy?

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