MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
1,427 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
Brake pedal functionally incomplete (3.3.A.1a)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Reliant Robin?
Based on 50,844 MOT tests across 4,504 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VBT 81V is a 1979 Reliant Robin in Purple with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1979 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 42,754 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 VBT 81V, 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 47 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of VBT 81V?
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What year was VBT 81V registered?
VBT 81V is a 1979 Reliant Robin, first registered on 8 August 1979.
Is VBT 81V safe to buy?
The MOT history for VBT 81V shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VBT 81V have outstanding finance?
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