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S530 ATA

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

3,685 mi
Last recorded3,685 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS530 ATA
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 3,685 miles

Central Front very slight play in king pin

Pass 5 Jul 2024 3,452 miles

Central Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 3,195 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 2,902 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 2,104 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 1,987 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 101,331 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 99,951 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 97,352 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 94,986 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 92,539 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 90,899 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 90,899 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 88,441 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 86,318 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 86,239 miles

Centre Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 83,699 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 80,637 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 77,278 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 68,711 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 59,447 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 51,428 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 41,028 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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S530 ATA is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 S530 ATA, 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 S530 ATA registered?

S530 ATA is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 3 August 1998.

Is S530 ATA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S530 ATA shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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