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R59 COE

1998 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,323 mi
Last recorded83,323 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR59 COE
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 83,323 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 80,703 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 80,650 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened strenghtner (2.4.G.1)

Front Suspension arm cracked strenghtner (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 78,303 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both d bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 75,999 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 73,493 miles

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

nearside rear tyre inner and outer wall condition

Pass 12 Mar 2013 70,357 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 67,497 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 64,756 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 64,697 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2010 63,889 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 62,376 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 60,058 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 59,163 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 57,445 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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R59 COE is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 R59 COE, 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 R59 COE?

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What year was R59 COE registered?

R59 COE is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R59 COE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R59 COE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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