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R322 WNC

1997 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,436 mi
Last recorded52,436 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR322 WNC
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 52,436 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Position lamp incorrect colour lens faded (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 9 Jun 2018 52,431 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2016 52,293 miles

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

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 3 Dec 2016 52,293 miles

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 51,594 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Fail 27 Nov 2014 50,624 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 50,624 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2013 49,465 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 48,313 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 47,279 miles

Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

n/s/f fog light slightly loose

slight bad earth on both rear lights

slight fluid leak from n/s/r hub

Fail 5 Dec 2011 47,244 miles

Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

n/s/f fog light slightly loose

slight bad earth on both rear lights

slight fluid leak from n/s/r hub

Pass 25 Nov 2010 46,084 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 45,079 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 44,126 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2008 44,124 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 43,160 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 43,160 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 42,244 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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R322 WNC is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R322 WNC, 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.

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What year was R322 WNC registered?

R322 WNC is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R322 WNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R322 WNC shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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