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R48 NEC

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,374 mi
Last recorded50,374 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR48 NEC
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 50,374 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 47,776 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 2 May 2013 45,475 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

rear tyres perished

Fail 25 Apr 2013 45,434 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

n/s engine mounting deteriorated

rear tyres perished

Pass 30 Apr 2012 42,905 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2010 42,101 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2009 40,763 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 39,132 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 37,532 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 35,267 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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R48 NEC is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R48 NEC, 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 R48 NEC registered?

R48 NEC is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R48 NEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R48 NEC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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