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XRL 998T

1979 Reliant Robin

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,483 mi
Last recorded85,483 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2010
Typical for 1979 Reliant Robin42,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRL 998T
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 15 Nov 2010 85,483 miles

o/s rear tyre micro cracking

Pass 16 Dec 2008 85,375 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 85,035 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 84,675 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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XRL 998T is a 1979 Reliant Robin in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 42,754 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 XRL 998T, 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 47 years old, this Reliant Robin is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XRL 998T?

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What year was XRL 998T registered?

XRL 998T is a 1979 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is XRL 998T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRL 998T shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XRL 998T have outstanding finance?

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