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R913 DRJ

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,791 mi
Last recorded48,791 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR913 DRJ
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 48,791 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 46,708 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Oil leak

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 38,299 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 35,727 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 33,541 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 32,009 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 29,274 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 29,274 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 38,863 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 28,343 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 27,655 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 27,655 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a) DANGEROUS

this vehicle is in a very dangerous condition and should not be driven

Pass 4 Oct 2010 26,862 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 26,189 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 24,853 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 22,989 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 21,657 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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R913 DRJ is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 R913 DRJ, 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

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What year was R913 DRJ registered?

R913 DRJ is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R913 DRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R913 DRJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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