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R997 JKN

1997 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

28,641 mi
Last recorded28,641 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Reliant Robin40,539 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR997 JKN
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 28,641 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 28,285 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 28,055 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 25,678 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 25,130 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 23,785 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 22,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 20,900 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 20,900 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 18,955 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 18,955 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 16,294 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Nov 2012 16,294 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 13,581 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Dec 2011 13,581 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 10,539 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 10,468 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 10,022 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 10,022 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 9,973 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 9,973 miles

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)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 9,856 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 9,754 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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R997 JKN is a 1997 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 R997 JKN, 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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R997 JKN is a 1997 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 December 1997.

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