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S261 NEF

1998 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,856 mi
Last recorded38,856 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS261 NEF
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2010 38,856 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 34,849 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 26,898 miles

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

Front wheel bearing slight roughness

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 26,898 miles

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

Front wheel bearing slight roughness

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 20,405 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 18,323 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 17,652 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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S261 NEF is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 41,100 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 S261 NEF, 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 28 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S261 NEF?

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What year was S261 NEF registered?

S261 NEF is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 28 October 1998.

Is S261 NEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S261 NEF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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