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R651 NNP

1997 Reliant Robin

Multi-colour Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,779 mi
Last recorded27,779 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR651 NNP
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 27,779 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 27,779 miles

Mechanical brake component locking device insecure handbrake lever button (3.5.1l)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 27,201 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 26,396 miles

handbrake poor

rear of vehicle modified

Pass 7 Jun 2013 25,544 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 25,544 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake hose close to radiator on full lock

front exhaust corroded and joint loose

front tyre valve perished

Fail 17 Feb 2012 25,544 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake hose close to radiator on full lock

front exhaust corroded and joint loose

front tyre valve perished

Pass 20 Aug 2010 25,026 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 24,042 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 21,710 miles

Drag link end deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 21,702 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Drag link end deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 18,811 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 18,163 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 18,163 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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R651 NNP is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Multi-colour with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R651 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 R651 NNP registered?

R651 NNP is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R651 NNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R651 NNP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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