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T955 JVM

1999 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,771 mi
Last recorded36,771 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Reliant Robin38,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT955 JVM
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 36,771 miles

Brake pedal has travel,all brakes working.

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

Pass 12 May 2025 34,393 miles

Brake pedal has travel but brakes working

Fail 12 May 2025 34,393 miles

Brake pedal has travel but brakes working

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 15 May 2024 33,612 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 33,611 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2023 33,611 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 33,341 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 32,518 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 32,457 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 31,392 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 30,230 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 27,243 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 22,014 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 20,128 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 19,798 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 19,798 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 19,763 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 3 Apr 2007 19,029 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 19,029 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 17,970 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 17,970 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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T955 JVM is a 1999 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 T955 JVM, 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 T955 JVM registered?

T955 JVM is a 1999 Reliant Robin, first registered on 15 March 1999.

Is T955 JVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T955 JVM shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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