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XEA 26S

1978 Reliant Super Robin

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,981 mi
Last recorded19,981 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2007
Typical for 1978 Reliant Super Robin20,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEA 26S
MakeReliant
ModelSuper Robin
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2007 19,981 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 19,972 miles

Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Front Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Reliant Super Robin?

Based on 962 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
467
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 23
brake recording little or no effort 22
brake binding 22
Direction indicator not working 19
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
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XEA 26S is a 1978 Reliant Super Robin in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Super Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 20,984 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Reliant Super Robin fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XEA 26S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Super Robin typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 48 years old, this Reliant Super Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XEA 26S?

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What year was XEA 26S registered?

XEA 26S is a 1978 Reliant Super Robin, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is XEA 26S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEA 26S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XEA 26S have outstanding finance?

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