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X808 VWU

2001 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

37,029 mi
Last recorded37,029 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Reliant Robin31,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX808 VWU
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 37,029 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

engine oil leak

Fail 17 Sep 2025 36,975 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported axil (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

engine oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2024 31,729 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 75,468 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 31,639 miles

Offside handbrake cable is frayed

Fail 17 Jan 2022 31,623 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1 pipe on front hub (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 pipes across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded back to front pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2021 29,613 miles

Offside handbrake poor

all metal brake pipes are corroded

both rear tyres slightly perished

slight play in front hub

Pass 28 Dec 2019 27,779 miles

all metal brake pipes are corroded

slight play in front hub

Pass 29 Dec 2018 25,066 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 23,124 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 21,299 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 18,642 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 14,550 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 14,540 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 14,540 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

engine misfireing

Pass 7 Feb 2012 13,922 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 12,710 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 12,710 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 11,566 miles

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

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 10,315 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 8,990 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 7,730 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 6,423 miles

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

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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X808 VWU 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 82.6%.

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 X808 VWU, 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

How do I check the history of X808 VWU?

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What year was X808 VWU registered?

X808 VWU is a 2001 Reliant Robin, first registered on 14 February 2001.

Is X808 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X808 VWU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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