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R912 FAP

1997 Reliant Robin

Gold Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

51,180 mi
Last recorded51,180 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR912 FAP
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2010 51,180 miles

Slight play in N/S/R hub (end float)

Fail 4 Aug 2010 51,166 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Fail 5 Oct 2007 50,682 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 50,682 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 50,279 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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R912 FAP is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Gold with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R912 FAP, 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 R912 FAP?

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What year was R912 FAP registered?

R912 FAP is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R912 FAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R912 FAP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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