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R206 VNP

1997 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

45,083 mi
Last recorded45,083 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR206 VNP
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2017 45,083 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing ()

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 43,729 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 42,164 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 40,642 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 40,642 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 39,043 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 11 Jun 2013 39,031 miles

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

N/S/R tyre has surface cracks

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

O/S/R tyre has surface cracks

Pass 8 Jun 2012 37,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 36,389 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 34,943 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 33,596 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 32,407 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 31,224 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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R206 VNP is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R206 VNP, 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 R206 VNP registered?

R206 VNP is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is R206 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R206 VNP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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