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R247 ERT

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,692 mi
Last recorded35,692 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR247 ERT
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 35,692 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

corrosion to under vehicle suspension components

engine oil leak

rear diff leaking

Fail 25 Apr 2019 35,692 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working stalk broken (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

corrosion to under vehicle suspension components

engine oil leak

rear diff leaking

Pass 22 Mar 2014 34,822 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 33,130 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2013 33,076 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Coolant leak

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2012 32,200 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 32,200 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 31,270 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 29,742 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 29,067 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 27,570 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 22,445 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 25,406 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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R247 ERT is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R247 ERT, 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 R247 ERT registered?

R247 ERT is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R247 ERT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R247 ERT 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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