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P986 UWX

1997 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,473 mi
Last recorded63,473 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP986 UWX
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2013 63,473 miles

Oil leak

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

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 25 Jul 2012 60,128 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

rear panel broken below bumper

rear tyre walls scrubbed on walls

Pass 18 Jul 2011 60,071 miles

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

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

both front engine mountings perished

nearside rear tyre surface cracks

Fail 18 Jul 2011 60,071 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

both front engine mountings perished

nearside rear tyre surface cracks

Pass 16 Jul 2010 58,871 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

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

Fail 13 Jul 2009 56,298 miles

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

o/s/f eng mount cracked

surface corrosion to main brake pipe

Pass 13 Jul 2009 56,298 miles

o/s/f eng mount cracked

surface corrosion to main brake pipe

Pass 16 Jul 2008 51,877 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 50,967 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 47,980 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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P986 UWX is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P986 UWX, 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 P986 UWX registered?

P986 UWX is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is P986 UWX safe to buy?

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