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RDU 488R

1976 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,168 mi
Last recorded88,168 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1976 Reliant Robin54,328 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDU 488R
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 88,168 miles

Offside rear tyre heavily perished on outer sidewall

Rear boot glass missing not fitted at time of mot test

Rear suspension stiff

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 8 Aug 2017 88,168 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear tyre heavily perished on outer sidewall

Rear boot glass missing not fitted at time of mot test

Rear suspension stiff

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2010 87,611 miles

rear tyres age splits in walls

Pass 24 Jun 2009 84,836 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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RDU 488R is a 1976 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 54,328 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 RDU 488R, 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 50 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RDU 488R?

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What year was RDU 488R registered?

RDU 488R is a 1976 Reliant Robin, first registered on 15 October 1976.

Is RDU 488R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDU 488R shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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