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TAM 85S

1978 Reliant Robin

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,307 mi
Last recorded29,307 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Reliant Robin47,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAM 85S
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2018 29,307 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 29,254 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 29,241 miles

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Fail 18 Dec 2014 29,228 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

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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TAM 85S is a 1978 Reliant Robin in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TAM 85S, 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 TAM 85S?

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What year was TAM 85S registered?

TAM 85S is a 1978 Reliant Robin, first registered on 17 March 1978.

Is TAM 85S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAM 85S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAM 85S have outstanding finance?

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