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R39 MDM

1998 Reliant Robin

Grey Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

25,613 mi
Last recorded25,613 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 MDM
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 25,613 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 25,282 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 25,282 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 24,875 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 24,600 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 24,600 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 23,807 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 23,807 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 30 Sep 2010 22,918 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 22,918 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2009 22,508 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 21,350 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 21,350 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Fail 27 Sep 2007 20,108 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 20,108 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 19,063 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 18,361 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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R39 MDM is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Grey with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 R39 MDM, 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 R39 MDM registered?

R39 MDM is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R39 MDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R39 MDM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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