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R612 AVR

1998 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,361 mi
Last recorded39,361 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR612 AVR
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 39,361 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2015 39,359 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Pass 12 May 2014 35,065 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 35,053 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 May 2013 32,428 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2013 32,395 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 29,871 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 27,136 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 25,769 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 25,769 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 22,799 miles

rear brake pipe across axle rusty

Fail 15 Apr 2009 22,799 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brake pipe across axle rusty

Pass 27 Jun 2007 21,877 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 May 2006 21,198 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 21,194 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R612 AVR is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R612 AVR, 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 R612 AVR registered?

R612 AVR is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R612 AVR safe to buy?

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