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S542 OUG

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

56,537 mi
Last recorded56,537 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS542 OUG
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 56,537 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 53,787 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 53,787 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 51,027 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 51,027 miles

Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 48,320 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 48,319 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 45,287 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 45,286 miles

Front Axle beam cracked (2.5.A.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2012 41,533 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 37,988 miles

oil leak

Fail 26 May 2011 37,988 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2010 34,154 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 31,560 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2009 31,560 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 30,674 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 27,271 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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S542 OUG is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 S542 OUG, 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 S542 OUG registered?

S542 OUG is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is S542 OUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S542 OUG shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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