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R778 UOT

1997 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,095 mi
Last recorded25,095 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR778 UOT
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2010 25,095 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 25,095 miles

Centre Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 22,346 miles

offside front headlight unit will soon need replaceing

Pass 20 Nov 2008 21,961 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 20,640 miles

slight play in king pin

Pass 31 Oct 2006 19,045 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 19,035 miles

Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Oct 2005 17,280 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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R778 UOT is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R778 UOT, 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 R778 UOT registered?

R778 UOT is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R778 UOT safe to buy?

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