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VRL 193S

1978 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,200 mi
Last recorded49,200 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 1978 Reliant Robin47,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRL 193S
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 49,200 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 48,641 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 48,448 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 45,027 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 42,032 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Fail 1 Sep 2008 42,021 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 32,392 miles

some movement in dash panelling steering column. Top bearing slightly worn.

Pass 9 Jun 2006 21,075 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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VRL 193S is a 1978 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 VRL 193S, 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 VRL 193S?

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What year was VRL 193S registered?

VRL 193S is a 1978 Reliant Robin, first registered on 23 January 1978.

Is VRL 193S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRL 193S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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