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R225 VUX

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,028 mi
Last recorded31,028 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR225 VUX
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 31,028 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 29,510 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 27,675 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 27,662 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 25,702 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 23,087 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 22,150 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 21,150 miles

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

intermitant fault on ignition dash lights

Fail 26 Nov 2010 21,150 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

intermitant fault on ignition dash lights

Pass 27 Nov 2009 19,523 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 17,324 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 15,745 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 13,065 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2005 10,732 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2005 10,732 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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R225 VUX is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 41,100 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 R225 VUX, 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 28 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R225 VUX registered?

R225 VUX is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R225 VUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R225 VUX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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