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V561 JFM

1999 Reliant Robin

Turquoise Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

67,877 mi
Last recorded67,877 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Reliant Robin38,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV561 JFM
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1999
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 67,877 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2025 67,877 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy (1.1.11 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 67,870 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 67,542 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 65,140 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 62,599 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 60,073 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 56,627 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 51,687 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 46,451 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 40,742 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 40,727 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 40,652 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 40,651 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 39,459 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 38,278 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 37,085 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rea wiper split

Pass 16 Mar 2009 36,348 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 35,314 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 33,346 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 4 Aug 2006 29,542 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Upper Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 29,542 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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V561 JFM is a 1999 Reliant Robin in Turquoise with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 V561 JFM, 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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V561 JFM is a 1999 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V561 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V561 JFM shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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