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X521 ACB

2000 Reliant Robin

Gold Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,044 mi
Last recorded59,044 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 Reliant Robin37,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX521 ACB
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 59,044 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 58,961 miles

some metal brake pipes grease coated

Pass 7 Nov 2020 58,945 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

slight engine oil leak

slight oil leak rear diff

Pass 5 Oct 2019 58,856 miles

oil leak from engine area.

oil leak from rear diff area.

Pass 17 Oct 2018 58,806 miles

Offside Front Lower small chip on front windscreen

Fail 17 Oct 2018 58,806 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower small chip on front windscreen

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 58,770 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 58,741 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded under bonnet (3.6.B.2c)

some metal brake pipes greased unable to fully inspect

Pass 27 Oct 2015 58,695 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 58,667 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 58,598 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 57,724 miles

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

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 10 Oct 2012 57,724 miles

Centre Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

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

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Steering box slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 57,701 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 57,701 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 57,559 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 57,423 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 57,152 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 57,123 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 50,801 miles

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

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front steering arm boots split

Pass 27 Oct 2006 50,801 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

front steering arm boots split

Pass 20 Oct 2005 44,668 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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X521 ACB is a 2000 Reliant Robin in Gold with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X521 ACB, 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.

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What year was X521 ACB registered?

X521 ACB is a 2000 Reliant Robin, first registered on 20 November 2000.

Is X521 ACB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X521 ACB shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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