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R184 LSO

1998 Reliant Robin LX

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,309 mi
Last recorded28,309 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin LX34,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR184 LSO
MakeReliant
ModelRobin LX
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 28,309 miles

Steering box worn, but not excessively (2.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2026 28,287 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering box worn, but not excessively (2.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2026 28,267 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested due to fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid @ pipe to cylinder connection (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working all (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Steering box worn, but not excessively (2.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2008 28,017 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 27,802 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 23,862 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 23,642 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 22,422 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Robin LX?

Based on 1,997 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
1,674
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 117
Stop lamp not working 102
Brake pipe excessively corroded 64
position lamp(s) not working 51
Headlamp not working on main beam 49
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R184 LSO is a 1998 Reliant Robin LX in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Reliant Robin LX models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 34,179 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 LX fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R184 LSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Robin LX typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Reliant Robin LX is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R184 LSO registered?

R184 LSO is a 1998 Reliant Robin LX, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R184 LSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R184 LSO shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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