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X48 DAB

2001 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

35,987 mi
Last recorded35,987 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Reliant Robin31,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX48 DAB
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 35,987 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

slight play in steering box

Pass 16 Jan 2025 34,735 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 33,354 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 31,289 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 28,949 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 27,000 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 25,329 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 23,961 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 23,908 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 22,467 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 21,156 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 20,229 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 1 Jul 2014 18,776 miles

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

front tyre wearing on edges

n/s rear tyre age deterioation

Pass 3 Jul 2013 17,551 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2013 17,551 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 16,167 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 14,977 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 14,188 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 13,136 miles

Centre Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 12,091 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 10,190 miles

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

both drag link rubber boots split

Pass 27 Jun 2006 7,887 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 5,147 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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X48 DAB is a 2001 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 31,546 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 X48 DAB, 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 25 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 X48 DAB registered?

X48 DAB is a 2001 Reliant Robin, first registered on 4 January 2001.

Is X48 DAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X48 DAB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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