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R124 PTH

1997 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

21,217 mi
Last recorded21,217 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR124 PTH
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 21,217 miles

front tyre wearing on edges

Fail 24 Feb 2016 21,214 miles

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

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 19 Feb 2015 15,254 miles

slight play in steering box.

slight wear in steering arm ball joint.

Pass 13 Feb 2014 8,528 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 95,858 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 88,799 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 88,796 miles

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 80,267 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2010 80,263 miles

Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 73,661 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 65,688 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 65,685 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 57,895 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 56,449 miles

n/s/f/ headlamp reflector in poor condition. (pattern o.k)

n/s/r/ tyre wearing on inner edge.

slight bind n/s/r/ wheel.

slight play in rear anti roll bar bushes.

Pass 16 Jan 2006 52,650 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 52,647 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

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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R124 PTH is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R124 PTH, 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.

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What year was R124 PTH registered?

R124 PTH is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 5 November 1997.

Is R124 PTH safe to buy?

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