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X813 VWU

2001 Reliant Robin

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

60,866 mi
Last recorded60,866 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Reliant Robin31,546 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX813 VWU
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 60,866 miles

slight play in front king pin

Pass 11 Jun 2024 60,335 miles

slight play in front king pin

Pass 27 Jun 2023 59,690 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 58,922 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 58,202 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 57,778 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 56,272 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 51,460 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 50,262 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 50,246 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 47,360 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 43,188 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 41,690 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 39,259 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2013 39,240 miles

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2012 36,965 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 36,965 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 34,434 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 34,432 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 30,962 miles

steering link ball joints rubbers torn

Pass 18 Nov 2009 26,934 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nail in front tyre

rear axil n/s hub seal poss leaking

steering link ball joint rubbers split

Pass 19 Nov 2008 23,145 miles

Nail in front tyre

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

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

Oil leak N/S rear hub, not affecting brakes at the moment.

R/H front engine mounting rubber broken away

Pass 12 Nov 2007 18,934 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2006 14,453 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 13,211 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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X813 VWU is a 2001 Reliant Robin in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 X813 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 X813 VWU?

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What year was X813 VWU registered?

X813 VWU is a 2001 Reliant Robin, first registered on 15 January 2001.

Is X813 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for X813 VWU shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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