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R643 NNP

1997 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,918 mi
Last recorded68,918 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR643 NNP
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2020 68,918 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

front spring mounting rusty

rear propshaft u/j has slight play

slight oil leak

slight play in front king pin

Fail 17 Jul 2020 68,894 miles

Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

front spring mounting rusty

rear propshaft u/j has slight play

slight oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2018 68,555 miles

front brake pipes have surface rust

slight play in king pin

wheel rims rusty

Pass 3 Mar 2017 67,449 miles

offside rear shockabsorber casing corroded

slight play in king pin

slight play in steering box

Pass 4 Mar 2016 65,656 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 65,631 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 63,501 miles

slight lift in kingpin

slight play in steering box

Pass 8 Mar 2014 61,523 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

petrol pipe perished

rear shackle pin bushes worn

Pass 8 Mar 2013 59,195 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 57,614 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 57,601 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 57,601 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 53,275 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 53,250 miles

Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2008 45,075 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 45,075 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 41,744 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 41,744 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

both track rod gaiters split

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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R643 NNP is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R643 NNP, 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 R643 NNP registered?

R643 NNP is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R643 NNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R643 NNP shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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