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PUM 147W

1980 Reliant Robin

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

686 mi
Last recorded686 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 1980 Reliant Robin49,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUM 147W
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 686 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jun 2016 2,939 miles

oil leaks

Fail 4 Jun 2016 2,939 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

oil leaks

Pass 23 May 2015 2,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

Steering Top Bearring Play

Fail 23 May 2015 2,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Oil leak

Steering Top Bearring Play

Fail 31 May 2014 2,939 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2014 2,939 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2013 2,939 miles

Coolant leak

Gearbox mounting defective

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2012 2,939 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 2,939 miles

front wheel bearing slight noisey

slight play head bearings

Pass 10 May 2010 2,504 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 13,769 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 13,769 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 13,769 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 May 2006 13,768 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 13,769 miles
Fail 18 May 2005 13,769 miles

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

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b) 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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PUM 147W is a 1980 Reliant Robin in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1980 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 49,571 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 PUM 147W, 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 46 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PUM 147W registered?

PUM 147W is a 1980 Reliant Robin, first registered on 22 August 1980.

Is PUM 147W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUM 147W shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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