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R995 PWR

1997 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

44,255 mi
Last recorded44,255 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2010
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR995 PWR
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2010 44,255 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel tank looks damp but no visible leaks

Pass 23 May 2009 44,259 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 44,255 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Suspension arm cracked (2.4.G.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

steering box has slight play

Pass 19 May 2008 43,277 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 43,243 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 42,048 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 39,367 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 39,367 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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R995 PWR is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R995 PWR, 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 R995 PWR registered?

R995 PWR is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R995 PWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R995 PWR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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