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R668 YWC

1997 Reliant Robin

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,208 mi
Last recorded45,208 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2005
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR668 YWC
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2005 45,208 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 45,208 miles

Front Axle beam distorted (2.5.A.5b)

Front Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.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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R668 YWC is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R668 YWC, 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

How do I check the history of R668 YWC?

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What year was R668 YWC registered?

R668 YWC is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 24 December 1997.

Is R668 YWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R668 YWC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R668 YWC have outstanding finance?

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