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P991 UWX

1997 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,717 mi
Last recorded56,717 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP991 UWX
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2011 56,717 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 56,300 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 56,300 miles

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 53,959 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 53,091 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 52,129 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 52,129 miles

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

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 50,805 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 50,805 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2) DANGEROUS

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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P991 UWX is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P991 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 P991 UWX registered?

P991 UWX is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is P991 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P991 UWX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P991 UWX have outstanding finance?

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