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R124 UOA

1997 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

72,385 mi
Last recorded72,385 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR124 UOA
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 72,385 miles

Front up and down play in front king pin

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material borderline failure (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear fog light not working

oil leaks

under side fuel pipes tied to clutch cable and rear upper rubber fuel pipes pushed on /no clips . Blue rubber pipes dont look like they are designed for petrol.

Fail 9 Feb 2023 72,380 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel distorted to the extent the tyre is likely to become detached (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front up and down play in front king pin

Nearside Front battery insuirecure

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Offside Front fuel pipes touching/resting on coil ht lead

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material borderline failure (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear fog light not working

all tyres look under inflated

oil leaks

under side fuel pipes tied to clutch cable and rear upper rubber fuel pipes pushed on /no clips . Blue rubber pipes dont look like they are designed for petrol.

Fail 12 Jan 2023 72,335 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front up and down play in kingpin

Nearside Front battery insurecure

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front fuel pipes touching/resting on coil ht lead

Offside Offside fog light not working

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

engine oil leak

Fail 2 Nov 2022 72,143 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel park brake (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Upper Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front up and down play in kingpin

Nearside Front battery insurecure

Nearside headlight intensity slightly reduced

Offside fog light not working

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2021 69,119 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 69,112 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 69,007 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 68,115 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 67,569 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 66,831 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 66,011 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 66,011 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 65,361 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 65,361 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 64,805 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 63,664 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2009 62,225 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 6 Oct 2009 62,215 miles

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2008 61,713 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2007 59,933 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Sep 2007 59,933 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2006 58,838 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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R124 UOA is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 UOA, 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 UOA registered?

R124 UOA is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R124 UOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R124 UOA shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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