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R250 WRV

1997 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

58,889 mi
Last recorded58,889 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR250 WRV
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 58,889 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 58,889 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 57,277 miles

rear view mirror missing

Pass 20 Mar 2013 54,966 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 52,321 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 49,489 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 49,489 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 46,994 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 46,993 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 44,761 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 44,759 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 42,232 miles

advise foot brake travel

Fail 26 Feb 2008 42,232 miles

Front Track rod end socket spring weak (2.2.B.1e)

advise foot brake travel

Pass 28 Feb 2007 40,047 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 40,007 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 38,851 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 38,851 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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R250 WRV is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R250 WRV, 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

How do I check the history of R250 WRV?

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What year was R250 WRV registered?

R250 WRV is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 18 December 1997.

Is R250 WRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R250 WRV shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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