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WVG 839S

1978 Reliant Robin

Purple Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

67,256 mi
Last recorded67,256 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2023
Typical for 1978 Reliant Robin47,087 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVG 839S
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2023 67,256 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2022 66,274 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2021 65,320 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 62,751 miles

king pin has slight play// track rod end gaiter split// o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 12 Jun 2010 62,486 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 62,453 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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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WVG 839S is a 1978 Reliant Robin in Purple with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WVG 839S, 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 WVG 839S?

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What year was WVG 839S registered?

WVG 839S is a 1978 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is WVG 839S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVG 839S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WVG 839S have outstanding finance?

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