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TET 448S

1978 Reliant Robin

Purple Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

694 mi
Last recorded694 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 1978 Reliant Robin47,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTET 448S
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 694 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 694 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 594 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 22,698 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 22,698 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 22,698 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 22,697 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 22,695 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 22,497 miles

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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TET 448S is a 1978 Reliant Robin in Purple with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TET 448S, 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 TET 448S?

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What year was TET 448S registered?

TET 448S is a 1978 Reliant Robin, first registered on 12 January 1978.

Is TET 448S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TET 448S shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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