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R751 ECA

1997 Reliant Robin

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,733 mi
Last recorded71,733 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR751 ECA
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2023 71,733 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 70,140 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

engine oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2018 68,387 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 68,381 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working doesnt work whe tail lights on (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 65,616 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 65,616 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 63,238 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 60,980 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 60,974 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 58,444 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 56,342 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 53,924 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 52,062 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 49,587 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 49,587 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 46,679 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 42,550 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 43,550 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 40,397 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 37,620 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 37,620 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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R751 ECA is a 1997 Reliant Robin in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R751 ECA, 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.

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What year was R751 ECA registered?

R751 ECA is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R751 ECA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R751 ECA shows 21 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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