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YWT 847S

1978 Reliant Robin

Turquoise Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,612 mi
Last recorded78,612 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 Reliant Robin47,087 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWT 847S
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1978
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2014 78,612 miles

Front suspension assembly component slightly corroded. (9.2.5d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (9.2.8c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 1 Jul 2014 78,570 miles

Front suspension has excessive corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure (9.2.9)

Front suspension assembly component slightly corroded. (9.2.5d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (9.2.8c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Oil leak

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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YWT 847S is a 1978 Reliant Robin in Turquoise with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 47,087 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 Robin fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 2,808 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YWT 847S, 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 48 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 YWT 847S?

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What year was YWT 847S registered?

YWT 847S is a 1978 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is YWT 847S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWT 847S 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 YWT 847S have outstanding finance?

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