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V497 DUJ

1999 Reliant Robin

Gold Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,102 mi
Last recorded63,102 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1999 Reliant Robin38,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV497 DUJ
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 63,102 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2023 63,088 miles

Nearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2015 55,698 miles

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

brake pedal has travel but working

Pass 17 Oct 2014 46,934 miles

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

engine smokes on idle

Pass 10 Aug 2013 45,208 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 45,174 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 41,586 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 37,454 miles

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 34,027 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 33,822 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 32,853 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 31,850 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 30,839 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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V497 DUJ is a 1999 Reliant Robin in Gold with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 V497 DUJ, 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

How do I check the history of V497 DUJ?

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What year was V497 DUJ registered?

V497 DUJ is a 1999 Reliant Robin, first registered on 6 September 1999.

Is V497 DUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V497 DUJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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