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R385 GBE

1998 Reliant Robin

Turquoise Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,884 mi
Last recorded34,884 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR385 GBE
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Feb 2016 34,884 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases support bracket (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 34,492 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 33,880 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 33,253 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 32,343 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 30,154 miles

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

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

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 26,527 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 22,640 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 18,611 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 16,093 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 12,815 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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R385 GBE is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Turquoise with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R385 GBE, 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

How do I check the history of R385 GBE?

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What year was R385 GBE registered?

R385 GBE is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R385 GBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R385 GBE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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