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R314 BRL

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

29,444 mi
Last recorded29,444 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2018
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR314 BRL
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2018 29,444 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 29,375 miles

Central Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear lens cracked

Rear Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

coolant level low

Pass 4 May 2017 27,265 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 27,193 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 26,943 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 25,852 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 28,805 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 24,211 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 23,640 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 22,129 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 20,738 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 20,410 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 19,795 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 18,902 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 17,536 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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R314 BRL is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R314 BRL, 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 R314 BRL registered?

R314 BRL is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R314 BRL safe to buy?

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