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W509 CWX

2000 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

53,830 mi
Last recorded53,830 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Reliant Robin37,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW509 CWX
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 53,830 miles

Nearside Rear rear haftshaft seal leaking

Fail 2 Sep 2025 53,824 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear rear haftshaft seal leaking

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour side light (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 53,210 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 52,243 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

breather pipe from filler neck to tank kinked

Fail 29 Aug 2023 52,184 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

breather pipe from filler neck to tank kinked

engine mounts not connected

Pass 12 Sep 2022 51,110 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged flexi to brake drum (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Aug 2022 51,099 miles

Fuel hose leaking rear filler breather pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel tank leaking tank leaking in 2 places (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play half shaft nut loose (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged flexi to brake drum (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 50,115 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 49,466 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 48,667 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 47,221 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 45,486 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 45,476 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 43,607 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 41,929 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 39,487 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 39,487 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 36,439 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 33,660 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 30,534 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 26,243 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 22,237 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 19,344 miles

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

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

fuel tank corroded

rear axle corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2007 17,315 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 12,045 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 10,925 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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W509 CWX is a 2000 Reliant Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2000 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 37,694 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 W509 CWX, 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 26 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W509 CWX?

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What year was W509 CWX registered?

W509 CWX is a 2000 Reliant Robin, first registered on 14 April 2000.

Is W509 CWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W509 CWX shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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