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BLJ 886T

1979 Reliant Robin

Orange Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,765 mi
Last recorded96,765 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 1979 Reliant Robin42,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLJ 886T
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 96,765 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 96,486 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 95,967 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 95,629 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 95,304 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 95,304 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

all seat belt mounts looking rusty....

o/s/f seat base/frame looking very rusty...

rear diff pinion seal leaking....

slight tear n/s/f wiper blade....

Pass 29 Mar 2010 93,309 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 93,309 miles

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 90,902 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 90,902 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 88,227 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 85,151 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 85,151 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 81,840 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 81,840 miles

Front Steering component fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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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BLJ 886T is a 1979 Reliant Robin in Orange with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BLJ 886T, 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

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What year was BLJ 886T registered?

BLJ 886T is a 1979 Reliant Robin, first registered on 10 April 1979.

Is BLJ 886T safe to buy?

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