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VNW 396X

1981 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,784 mi
Last recorded26,784 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Reliant Robin46,890 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNW 396X
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021 26,784 miles

Nearside Front Fork yoke modified, but not inappropriately stop missing (2.2.2 (e))

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 3 Jul 2020 2,644 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 2,644 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2015
Pass 12 Jul 2014 26,027 miles

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jun 2013 44,783 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 44,783 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 21,094 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Fail 19 Jun 2009 21,076 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (9.2.7b)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 20,580 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 52,565 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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VNW 396X is a 1981 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 VNW 396X, 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 VNW 396X registered?

VNW 396X is a 1981 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is VNW 396X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNW 396X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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