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NUW 279L

1973 Robin Hood S7

Black Petrol 1851cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

6,057 mi
Last recorded6,057 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUW 279L
MakeRobin Hood
ModelS7
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,851cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 6,057 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 5,729 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 5,616 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 5,475 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 5,387 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 5,167 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 4,728 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 4,045 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 3,718 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 3,174 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 2,322 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 2,168 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 2,055 miles

Centre Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 1,993 miles

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 1,993 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 1,909 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 1,909 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 1,705 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 1,347 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 1,340 miles

How Reliable is the Robin Hood S7?

Based on 896 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
293
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 25
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13
position lamp(s) not working 12
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
Headlamp aim too high 11
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NUW 279L is a 1973 Robin Hood S7 in Black with a 1,851cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Robin Hood S7 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NUW 279L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Robin Hood S7 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 53 years old, this Robin Hood S7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NUW 279L?

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What year was NUW 279L registered?

NUW 279L is a 1973 Robin Hood S7, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is NUW 279L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUW 279L shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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