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R36 YBK

1998 Reliant Robin

Gold Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

61,839 mi
Last recorded61,839 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 YBK
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2015 61,839 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2015 61,839 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

battery clamp insecure

Pass 16 Feb 2012 61,665 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 58,045 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 54,108 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 48,292 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2009 48,292 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 43,288 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2008 43,288 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 37,586 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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R36 YBK is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Gold with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 41,100 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R36 YBK, 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 R36 YBK registered?

R36 YBK is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 6 June 1998.

Is R36 YBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R36 YBK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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