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R545 EVL

1997 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

61,883 mi
Last recorded61,883 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR545 EVL
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2021 61,883 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 78,143 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 76,665 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 75,191 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 73,564 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 71,664 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 69,359 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 67,264 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 64,713 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 62,412 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 59,999 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 59,984 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 57,531 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 55,366 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 53,744 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 51,925 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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R545 EVL is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 40,539 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 R545 EVL, 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 29 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R545 EVL registered?

R545 EVL is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R545 EVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R545 EVL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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