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R629 BWR

1997 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

63,030 mi
Last recorded63,030 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR629 BWR
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 63,030 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 57,120 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 57,120 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 50,538 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2015 50,538 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 45,304 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2014 45,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 43,562 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,124 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 37,124 miles

Centre Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Offside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 33,513 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 26,762 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 24,136 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 23,032 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 23,394 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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R629 BWR is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R629 BWR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R629 BWR registered?

R629 BWR is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R629 BWR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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