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R721 BRP

1997 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,496 mi
Last recorded27,496 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR721 BRP
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 27,496 miles

STEERING BOX LEAKING SLIGHTLY

WEAR IN PROPSHAFT UJ JOINTS

Fail 6 Apr 2022 27,455 miles

Central Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering box ? (2.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake inadequately mounted o/side and n/side brake wheel cylinders not clipped down correctly! clips not in recess (1.1.21 (c))

ENGINE OIL LEAK

GEARBOX OIL LEAK

STEERING BOX LEAKING SLIGHTLY

WEAR IN PROPSHAFT UJ JOINTS

Nearside Front Lower ENGINE MOUNTING BROCKEN

Pass 16 Apr 2021 26,461 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 26,305 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 25,739 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 25,727 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 24,886 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 23,973 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 23,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 23,022 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 21,965 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 21,169 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 20,265 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 19,307 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 18,285 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 18,273 miles

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)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 16,817 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 15,054 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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R721 BRP is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R721 BRP, 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 R721 BRP registered?

R721 BRP is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R721 BRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R721 BRP shows 18 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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