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R708 WYB

1998 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,087 mi
Last recorded66,087 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR708 WYB
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2012 66,087 miles

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

Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2011 54,327 miles

Offside Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

bonnet safty catch

Fail 16 Sep 2011 54,327 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

bonnet safty catch

Pass 10 Sep 2010 47,001 miles

Nearside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 40,143 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Nov 2007 40,143 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 33,630 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 33,621 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 27,646 miles

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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R708 WYB is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R708 WYB, 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 R708 WYB registered?

R708 WYB is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R708 WYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R708 WYB shows 9 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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