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R991 RVR

1997 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

29,499 mi
Last recorded29,499 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR991 RVR
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 29,499 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 28,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 27,852 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 26,112 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 26,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 25,327 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 25 Sep 2013 25,327 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 24,706 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 23,894 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 23,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 23,043 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 22,275 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 20,635 miles

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 11 Aug 2008 20,635 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 15 Aug 2007 19,578 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 19,578 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 18,037 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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R991 RVR is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R991 RVR, 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 R991 RVR registered?

R991 RVR is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R991 RVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R991 RVR shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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