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W599 RET

2000 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

65,492 mi
Last recorded65,492 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Reliant Robin37,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW599 RET
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 65,492 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 65,394 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 64,365 miles

Central Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 59,530 miles

Engine area

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2016 57,094 miles

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)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 54,067 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 51,275 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 48,983 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 46,102 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 46,003 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 46,003 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 44,197 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 30 May 2007 38,389 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 35,921 miles

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

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

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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W599 RET is a 2000 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 W599 RET, 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

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What year was W599 RET registered?

W599 RET is a 2000 Reliant Robin, first registered on 3 May 2000.

Is W599 RET safe to buy?

The MOT history for W599 RET shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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