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VKV 942X

1981 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

2,096 mi
Last recorded2,096 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Reliant Robin46,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKV 942X
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 2,096 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 831 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 98,153 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 95,881 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2017 93,216 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 90,929 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 89,828 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2014 89,828 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 89,828 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 66,532 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 80,655 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 77,933 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 76,997 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 74,124 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 72,788 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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VKV 942X is a 1981 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VKV 942X, 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 VKV 942X registered?

VKV 942X is a 1981 Reliant Robin, first registered on 5 November 1981.

Is VKV 942X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKV 942X shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VKV 942X have outstanding finance?

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