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RUY 853Y

1983 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,164 mi
Last recorded70,164 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUY 853Y
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2012 70,164 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 70,164 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 68,665 miles

slight play in steering box

slight play in wheel bearing

Pass 18 Aug 2009 67,616 miles

Offside rear brake pipe starting to corrode

Rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 29 Apr 2008 661,149 miles

Front number plate cracked slightly

Pass 22 Aug 2006 64,344 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 64,344 miles

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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RUY 853Y is a 1983 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RUY 853Y, 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 43 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 RUY 853Y?

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What year was RUY 853Y registered?

RUY 853Y is a 1983 Reliant Robin, first registered on 25 February 1983.

Is RUY 853Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUY 853Y 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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