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V248 FPF

1999 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

55,581 mi
Last recorded55,581 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2019
Typical for 1999 Reliant Robin38,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV248 FPF
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2019 55,581 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 55,581 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 55,065 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 55,065 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 54,044 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 54,044 miles

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

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fuel pipe leaking rear at filter (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2016 53,259 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 53,259 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Fuel hose leaking filter joint (7.2.3)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 52,004 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 50,719 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 49,367 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 47,988 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 44,970 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 44,970 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 39,714 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 38,680 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 38,136 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 38,136 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 29,149 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 20,662 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 17,624 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 17,599 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2005 15,311 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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V248 FPF is a 1999 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 V248 FPF, 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 V248 FPF registered?

V248 FPF is a 1999 Reliant Robin, first registered on 22 November 1999.

Is V248 FPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V248 FPF shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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