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T447 PBP

1999 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

42,312 mi
Last recorded42,312 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Reliant Robin38,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT447 PBP
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 42,312 miles

Central Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at back box joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 42,261 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at back box joint (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 41,952 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 41,649 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 41,649 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 41,389 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 41,044 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 40,501 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 40,020 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 May 2018 40,008 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2017 39,581 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 39,581 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 39,075 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracked/perished

Fail 1 Jun 2016 39,075 miles

Centre Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x2 (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear tyre cracked/perished

Pass 19 May 2015 38,475 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 38,463 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 May 2014 37,790 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 36,989 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 36,774 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 36,713 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 36,244 miles

Centre Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2010 36,244 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 35,911 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 35,911 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 May 2008 35,164 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 35,164 miles

Centre Front rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 18 May 2007 32,682 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 27,393 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 27,393 miles

Centre Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Centre Front Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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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T447 PBP is a 1999 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 T447 PBP, 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.

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What year was T447 PBP registered?

T447 PBP is a 1999 Reliant Robin, first registered on 15 July 1999.

Is T447 PBP safe to buy?

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