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R763 VDV

1997 Reliant Robin

Turquoise Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

86,244 mi
Last recorded86,244 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR763 VDV
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Feb 2011 86,244 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 86,244 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 83,512 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 83,509 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery insecure

ilde speed to high

Pass 15 Jul 2008 75,349 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 62,955 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 62,953 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o-s & n-s headlamps, reflecters badly tarnished

Pass 27 Jun 2006 54,254 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 54,254 miles

Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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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R763 VDV is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Turquoise with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R763 VDV, 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 R763 VDV?

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What year was R763 VDV registered?

R763 VDV is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 2 October 1997.

Is R763 VDV safe to buy?

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