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S713 VTU

1999 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

50,020 mi
Last recorded50,020 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2015
Typical for 1999 Reliant Robin38,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS713 VTU
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2015 50,020 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 48,273 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 48,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 45,621 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 39,712 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jan 2012 397,120 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 39,002 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 39,002 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 37,035 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 Jan 2010 37,035 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 34,913 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 34,913 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 33,090 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 33,090 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 16 Jan 2007 29,904 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 29,904 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 27,424 miles

clutch slipping

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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S713 VTU is a 1999 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 1999 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 38,538 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 S713 VTU, 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 27 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 S713 VTU registered?

S713 VTU is a 1999 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S713 VTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S713 VTU shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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