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SAE 689S

1978 Reliant Robin

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

53,751 mi
Last recorded53,751 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2019
Typical for 1978 Reliant Robin47,087 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAE 689S
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2019 53,751 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 53,083 miles

Central Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Engine oil leaks

Offside Rear Bump stop missing

Fail 10 Sep 2018 53,083 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Engine oil leaks

Offside Rear Bump stop missing

Pass 18 Sep 2017 52,774 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 51,972 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 51,970 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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SAE 689S is a 1978 Reliant Robin in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 47,087 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 SAE 689S, 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 48 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SAE 689S?

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What year was SAE 689S registered?

SAE 689S is a 1978 Reliant Robin, first registered on 12 January 1978.

Is SAE 689S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAE 689S shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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