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BKU 985T

1979 Reliant Robin

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1979 Reliant Robin42,754 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKU 985T
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022
Fail 17 Sep 2022

Brake master cylinder insecure Excessive movement on master cylinder when brake pedal operated (1.1.10 (c))

Handlebar insecure (2.2.1 (d) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering head bearings has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021
Pass 3 Jun 2010 9,864 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 40,150 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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BKU 985T is a 1979 Reliant Robin in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BKU 985T, 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 BKU 985T?

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What year was BKU 985T registered?

BKU 985T is a 1979 Reliant Robin, first registered on 25 May 1979.

Is BKU 985T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKU 985T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BKU 985T have outstanding finance?

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