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R658 KUG

1997 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,275 mi
Last recorded51,275 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2011
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR658 KUG
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2011 51,275 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 50,919 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 50,292 miles

gives out small amount of dense blue smoke

Pass 5 Dec 2008 49,379 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 48,099 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 46,006 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 46,006 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 43,693 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2005 43,693 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

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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R658 KUG is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R658 KUG, 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 R658 KUG registered?

R658 KUG is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 5 December 1997.

Is R658 KUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R658 KUG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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