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R238 SET

1997 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,560 mi
Last recorded30,560 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR238 SET
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 30,560 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 30,399 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2021 30,398 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 30,157 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 29,977 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 29,613 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 29,066 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 28,353 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 28,353 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

rear number plate poor . drag link boot perished. air filter housing missing

Pass 2 Apr 2008 27,543 miles

nearside mirror missing

Fail 2 Apr 2008 27,535 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

nearside mirror missing

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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R238 SET is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R238 SET, 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 R238 SET registered?

R238 SET is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R238 SET safe to buy?

The MOT history for R238 SET shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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