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V498 SOT

1999 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,345 mi
Last recorded26,345 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 Reliant Robin38,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV498 SOT
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 26,345 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 26,345 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 25,110 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 24,624 miles

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

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

front brake slight binding.

Pass 6 Dec 2011 24,268 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 23,686 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Dec 2009 21,912 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 21,912 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 20,998 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 19,856 miles

H/lamp reflectors deteriorated

Pass 13 Dec 2006 18,552 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 18,348 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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V498 SOT is a 1999 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 V498 SOT, 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 V498 SOT registered?

V498 SOT is a 1999 Reliant Robin, first registered on 17 December 1999.

Is V498 SOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V498 SOT shows 12 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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