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R697 WBK

1998 Reliant Robin

Gold Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,374 mi
Last recorded76,374 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR697 WBK
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 76,374 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 75,568 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 75,568 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 73,211 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 70,424 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 66,983 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 62,386 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 61,030 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

slight play in steering box

Pass 12 Mar 2008 59,222 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

slight lift in front kingpin

Fail 7 Mar 2008 59,221 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

slight lift in front kingpin

Pass 26 Mar 2007 57,409 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 57,409 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 55,274 miles

o/s/r hand brake low reading 52 n/s/r 123, engine smokey

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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R697 WBK is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Gold with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 41,100 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 R697 WBK, 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 28 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R697 WBK registered?

R697 WBK is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 14 February 1998.

Is R697 WBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R697 WBK shows 13 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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