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R985 FWY

1998 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,718 mi
Last recorded46,718 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR985 FWY
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 46,718 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 46,109 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2015 46,060 miles

Oil leak

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

oil filter corroded and leaking

Fail 19 Jan 2015 46,060 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

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

oil filter corroded and leaking

Pass 29 Aug 2006 45,251 miles

engine slightly smokey

Fail 29 Aug 2006 45,251 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

engine slightly smokey

Pass 1 Sep 2005 39,153 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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R985 FWY is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R985 FWY, 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 R985 FWY?

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What year was R985 FWY registered?

R985 FWY is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 18 February 1998.

Is R985 FWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R985 FWY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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