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Y653 GNJ

2001 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,245 mi
Last recorded41,245 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Reliant Robin31,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY653 GNJ
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 41,245 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 May 2016 37,392 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 35,354 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 28,709 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 24,493 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 24,073 miles

sidewalls perished on both rear tyres

slight corrosion to all front & rear suspension components

Pass 18 Feb 2011 23,087 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

slight perishing and cracking of both rear tyres

Pass 18 Feb 2010 21,962 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 20,908 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 19,619 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 19,619 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

slight play steering box

slight wear in steering joints

Pass 20 Feb 2007 18,335 miles

slight play in front king-pin

exhaust system is rusty

front metal brake pipe is rusty

n/s/r metal brake pipe is rusty

Pass 22 Feb 2006 17,146 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 17,135 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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Y653 GNJ is a 2001 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y653 GNJ, 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.

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What year was Y653 GNJ registered?

Y653 GNJ is a 2001 Reliant Robin, first registered on 13 March 2001.

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