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R641 CUG

1997 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

95,710 mi
Last recorded95,710 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR641 CUG
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 95,710 miles

Central Front engine oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2023 95,539 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 95,139 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 94,875 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 94,875 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 94,709 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 94,430 miles

Central Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

slight oil leak

slight play in front wheel bearing

slight play in steering box

Pass 14 Nov 2018 93,727 miles

Central Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

slight misting of oil

slight play in steering box

Pass 22 Nov 2017 93,012 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 21 Nov 2017 93,008 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 92,033 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp side light (1.4.A.2h)

slight cut to n/s/r tyre tread

slight engine oil leak

slight oil leak from rear diff

Fail 23 Nov 2016 92,033 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight cut to n/s/r tyre tread

slight engine oil leak

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 3 Dec 2015 91,148 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 27 Nov 2015 91,136 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 90,039 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 89,061 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 87,774 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 84,927 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

offside rear tyre wearing towards inner edge

Pass 14 Apr 2011 82,067 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 79,115 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 76,678 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2009 76,608 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 67,610 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 60,444 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 60,444 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 51,924 miles

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

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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R641 CUG is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R641 CUG, 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 R641 CUG registered?

R641 CUG is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R641 CUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R641 CUG shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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