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R809 EWU

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

67,014 mi
Last recorded67,014 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR809 EWU
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2013 67,014 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 67,014 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 64,544 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2012 64,544 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 61,884 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 61,879 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 58,399 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

rear flexi to rear brake pipes, attachment loose

slight play in front king pin

Fail 8 Mar 2010 58,395 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

rear flexi to rear brake pipes, attachment loose

slight play in front king pin

Pass 13 Feb 2009 55,691 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 48,443 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 20,268 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jan 2006 47,934 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 47,934 miles

Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a) DANGEROUS

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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R809 EWU is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 R809 EWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R809 EWU?

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What year was R809 EWU registered?

R809 EWU is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R809 EWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R809 EWU shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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