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S423 SUY

1998 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

13,496 mi
Last recorded13,496 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS423 SUY
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 13,496 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 13,454 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 13,444 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 13,230 miles

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 25 Aug 2011 13,214 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 12,946 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 10 Aug 2010 12,934 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 12,818 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 12,412 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 11,936 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 11,936 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 11,300 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 11,300 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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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S423 SUY is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 S423 SUY, 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 S423 SUY?

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What year was S423 SUY registered?

S423 SUY is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 26 August 1998.

Is S423 SUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S423 SUY shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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