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VCL 351X

1981 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,269 mi
Last recorded68,269 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 1981 Reliant Robin46,890 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCL 351X
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 May 2013 68,269 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 17 May 2013 68,269 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 81,811 miles

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

slight lift and ply in front king pin † †both front engine mounting bolts becoming loose † †slight play in steering column dash mounting † †o/s/r tyre becoming perished

Pass 22 Nov 2005 81,811 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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VCL 351X is a 1981 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 46,890 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 VCL 351X, 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 45 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VCL 351X registered?

VCL 351X is a 1981 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is VCL 351X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCL 351X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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