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R391 AKW

1998 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

54,403 mi
Last recorded54,403 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR391 AKW
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 54,403 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2016 54,365 miles

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

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

battery needs replacing

Fail 26 Apr 2016 54,365 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

battery needs replacing

Pass 27 Apr 2015 54,135 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 8 May 2014 53,392 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 52,461 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 51,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

fuel cap sealing ring perishing

slight ovality to o/s rear brake drum

Pass 16 Apr 2012 51,686 miles

fuel cap sealing ring perishing

slight ovality to o/s rear brake drum

Pass 13 May 2011 50,571 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 49,039 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 47,253 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 45,575 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 43,769 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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R391 AKW is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R391 AKW, 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 R391 AKW registered?

R391 AKW is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R391 AKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R391 AKW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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