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V420 JWK

1999 Reliant Robin

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,835 mi
Last recorded29,835 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Reliant Robin38,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV420 JWK
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 29,835 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 29,801 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 29,743 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 29,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

king pin has slight side movement in bushes

Pass 7 Jul 2017 28,160 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 28,160 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 26,891 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 25,708 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 24,067 miles

Centre Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jun 2013 23,574 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 23,550 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 21,545 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 21,545 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 20,544 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 18,263 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 15,892 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 13,943 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 12,184 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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V420 JWK is a 1999 Reliant Robin in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V420 JWK, 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 V420 JWK registered?

V420 JWK is a 1999 Reliant Robin, first registered on 20 September 1999.

Is V420 JWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V420 JWK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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