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S856 CNV

1998 Reliant Robin

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

74,686 mi
Last recorded74,686 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS856 CNV
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2025 74,686 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 70,041 miles

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 62,115 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 56,753 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

headlamp mask converters fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2018 55,232 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 55,188 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 55,070 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 54,835 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 54,474 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 54,238 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 52,963 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 51,343 miles

front exhaust mounting rusted through

Pass 14 Sep 2010 50,494 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 49,679 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 48,761 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 47,635 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 44,314 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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S856 CNV is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 S856 CNV, 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.

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What year was S856 CNV registered?

S856 CNV is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 12 November 1998.

Is S856 CNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S856 CNV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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