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VPB 636S

1978 Reliant Robin

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,409 mi
Last recorded47,409 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2006
Typical for 1978 Reliant Robin47,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPB 636S
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2006 47,409 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

propshaft flange loose

Fail 18 Apr 2006 47,408 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Prop shaft flange insecure

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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VPB 636S is a 1978 Reliant Robin in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 47,087 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 VPB 636S, 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 48 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 VPB 636S?

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What year was VPB 636S registered?

VPB 636S is a 1978 Reliant Robin, first registered on 10 March 1978.

Is VPB 636S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPB 636S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VPB 636S have outstanding finance?

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