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P87 HOX

1997 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

13,932 mi
Last recorded13,932 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP87 HOX
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 13,932 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 13,932 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 13,838 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 13,838 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 13,819 miles

Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

all tyres perished

Fail 28 Apr 2017 13,819 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

all tyres perished

Pass 3 Mar 2016 13,691 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.B.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 13,481 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2014 13,430 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 12,487 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 11,473 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 10,259 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 9,261 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 9,261 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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P87 HOX is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 P87 HOX, 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 P87 HOX registered?

P87 HOX is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P87 HOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P87 HOX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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