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R440 RCH

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

61,947 mi
Last recorded61,947 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR440 RCH
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 61,947 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 25,047 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 24,914 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 24,914 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 20,096 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 19,747 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 19,293 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 18,818 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 18,337 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 17,850 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 17,382 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 16,825 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 16,825 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 16,207 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 15,671 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 15,671 miles

Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

both head light reflecters in poor condition

Pass 19 Jun 2007 14,594 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 13,756 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 12,808 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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R440 RCH is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R440 RCH, 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.

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What year was R440 RCH registered?

R440 RCH is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 20 June 1998.

Is R440 RCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R440 RCH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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