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V386 HDT

1999 Reliant Robin

Turquoise Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

22,126 mi
Last recorded22,126 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Reliant Robin38,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV386 HDT
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1999
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 22,126 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 21,983 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 21,033 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2022 21,023 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2021 19,882 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 18,890 miles

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

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 18,230 miles

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

free play in king pin

Fail 18 Sep 2019 18,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

free play in king pin

Pass 12 Sep 2018 17,103 miles

slight play in king pin

Pass 30 Aug 2017 16,049 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 15,596 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 15,596 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 15,197 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight lift and play in king pin

Fail 15 Sep 2014 14,637 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight lift in king pin

Pass 15 Sep 2014 14,637 miles

slight lift in king pin

Pass 27 Sep 2013 11,494 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear anti roll bar corroded

Fail 25 Sep 2013 11,484 miles

Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear anti roll bar corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2012 11,392 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracked

front a frame corroded

fuel tank rusty

Pass 11 Aug 2011 11,037 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear anti roll bar corroded

rear axle rusty

Pass 13 Aug 2010 10,829 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine mounting broken

fuel tank rusty

handbrake cable rusty

Fail 27 Jul 2010 10,824 miles

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

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

fuel tank very rusty

hand brake cable rusty

Pass 17 Jul 2009 9,934 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 9,926 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear seat base missing

Pass 1 Aug 2008 9,514 miles

travel on brake pedal

Fail 23 Jul 2008 9,505 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

travel on brake pedal

Pass 21 Jul 2007 7,682 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 7,682 miles

Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 5,431 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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V386 HDT is a 1999 Reliant Robin in Turquoise with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 V386 HDT, 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 V386 HDT registered?

V386 HDT is a 1999 Reliant Robin, first registered on 15 November 1999.

Is V386 HDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V386 HDT shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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