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R42 YWF

1998 Reliant Robin

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR42 YWF
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016
Pass 13 Nov 2015 55,921 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 55,921 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 55,924 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 55,921 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 55,921 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 55,928 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 55,921 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 55,921 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 55,921 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 55,921 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 53,264 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 53,264 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 44,082 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 44,082 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 33,456 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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R42 YWF is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R42 YWF, 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 R42 YWF?

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What year was R42 YWF registered?

R42 YWF is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R42 YWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R42 YWF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R42 YWF have outstanding finance?

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