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S452 AFB

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,830 mi
Last recorded28,830 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS452 AFB
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2008 28,830 miles

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

Front Drag link end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

front drag link ball joints gaiters split

rear exhaust bracket broken and supported by wire

slight axle oil leak on nearside rear wheel

slight bind on nearside rear wheel

Fail 15 Apr 2008 28,826 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

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

Front Drag link end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

front drag link ball joints gaiters split

rear exhaust bracket broken and supported by wire

slight axle oil leak on nearside rear wheel

slight bind on nearside rear wheel

Pass 3 Apr 2007 25,134 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 25,134 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 21,973 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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S452 AFB is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 S452 AFB, 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

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What year was S452 AFB registered?

S452 AFB is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S452 AFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S452 AFB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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