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R255 DYG

1998 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

80,135 mi
Last recorded80,135 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR255 DYG
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2019 80,135 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 80,116 miles

advise hand brake tgravel

Fail 6 Oct 2017 80,116 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

advise hand brake tgravel

Pass 28 Sep 2016 76,371 miles

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

Oil leak ()

advise offside mirror taped up but secure

Pass 8 Oct 2015 70,734 miles

Offside. Engine. Mounting. Saturated in. Oil

advise lift in steering column bracket

advise vengine oil leak

Fail 2 Oct 2015 70,734 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside. Engine. Mounting. Saturated in. Oil

advise lift in steering column bracket

advise vengine oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2014 66,920 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 63,673 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 55,753 miles

advise lift in front king pin

Pass 6 Oct 2011 51,376 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 51,376 miles

Centre Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 48,278 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2010 48,278 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 47,028 miles

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

advise coolant leak

Fail 2 Oct 2009 47,028 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise coolant leak

Pass 17 Sep 2008 40,186 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 34,971 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2006 28,503 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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R255 DYG is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R255 DYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R255 DYG?

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What year was R255 DYG registered?

R255 DYG is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R255 DYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R255 DYG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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