CarVerify

Free Car Check

S963 SPW

1998 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,296 mi
Last recorded62,296 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS963 SPW
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 62,296 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 60,418 miles

Offside rear brake weak

Pass 14 Jun 2016 57,288 miles

hand brake needs adjusting, freeing

Pass 22 Jun 2015 54,332 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 51,009 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 48,290 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 47,404 miles

front to rear brake pipe corroded

slight play in king pin

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

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

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

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

bodywork cracked at front

Pass 28 Jul 2010 44,953 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 22 Jul 2009 41,316 miles

engine mount broken

rear a/roll bar bushs worn

slight play in king pin

Pass 28 Jul 2008 36,532 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 2 Jul 2007 35,022 miles

Steering slightly stiff

Fail 19 Jun 2007 34,977 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

STEERING SLIGHTLY STIFF

Pass 26 Jun 2006 32,622 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 32,576 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

o/s engine mounting broken//

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
Full Reliant Robin reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S963 SPW is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 S963 SPW, 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

How do I check the history of S963 SPW?

You can check the full history of S963 SPW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S963 SPW registered?

S963 SPW is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 24 December 1998.

Is S963 SPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S963 SPW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S963 SPW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S963 SPW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.