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M242 UWJ

1994 Reliant Robin

Silver Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

65,340 mi
Last recorded65,340 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1994 Reliant Robin47,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM242 UWJ
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 Apr 2025 65,340 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Reduced effort from nearside parking brake

Fail 19 Dec 2024 65,333 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering box sector shaft worn to the extent that functionality is affected (2.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 10 Jun 2024 65,313 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute both (4.4.4 (a))

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 65,216 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2020 65,216 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 65,105 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 65,105 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2014 65,096 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 65,075 miles

Oil leak

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

front to rear brake pipes signs of corrosion started

rear axle brake pipes signs of corrosion started

engine heavily breathing - fumes from breather pipe under vehicle entering into vehicle interior

Fail 2 Sep 2008 65,075 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

front to rear brake pipes signs of corrosion started

rear axle brake pipes signs of corrosion started

Pass 5 Jan 2007 64,607 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 64,607 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2005 64,541 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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M242 UWJ is a 1994 Reliant Robin in Silver with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

Across all 1994 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 47,086 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 M242 UWJ, 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 32 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M242 UWJ registered?

M242 UWJ is a 1994 Reliant Robin, first registered on 24 October 1994.

Is M242 UWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M242 UWJ shows 13 tests with a 46.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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