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R256 DYG

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,359 mi
Last recorded73,359 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 DYG
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2011 73,359 miles

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

nearside rear brake not as efficent as offside

Pass 5 Oct 2010 64,397 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

handbrake just on pass

Pass 19 Oct 2009 53,479 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 51,287 miles

front king pin has slight play

front shock absorber damp

slight play in both rear anti roll wrap around bushes

Pass 22 Oct 2007 50,774 miles

slight play in front king pin

slight play in steering box

Fail 18 Oct 2007 50,766 miles

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

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

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

slight play in front kingpin

slight play in steering box

Pass 8 Mar 2006 48,389 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 48,389 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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R256 DYG is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R256 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

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What year was R256 DYG registered?

R256 DYG is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R256 DYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 DYG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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