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R308 HDV

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

32,889 mi
Last recorded32,889 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR308 HDV
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2013 32,889 miles

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

play in steering box

Fail 22 Aug 2013 32,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

play in steering box

Fail 22 Aug 2012 31,692 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

o/s headlamp misted

rear shackle bushes slightly deteriated

slight play in front kingpin

Pass 22 Aug 2012 31,692 miles

o/s headlamp misted

rear shackle bushes slightly deteriated

slight play in front kingpin

Pass 19 Aug 2011 30,743 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 30,725 miles

headlamp adjusters worn

Fail 31 Jul 2010 30,725 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Wheel stud hole elongated (4.2.A.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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R308 HDV is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 R308 HDV, 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 R308 HDV registered?

R308 HDV is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 11 May 1998.

Is R308 HDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R308 HDV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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