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R41 YWF

1998 Reliant Robin

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,652 mi
Last recorded64,652 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 1998 Reliant Robin41,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 YWF
MakeReliant
ModelRobin
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 64,652 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 61,979 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 56,893 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2023 56,893 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 51,234 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Mar 2022 51,234 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 46,067 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 43,690 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 41,814 miles

Front SLIGHT PLAY KING PIN AND BUSHES

Pass 24 Feb 2018 39,556 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 37,631 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 35,166 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 32,197 miles

n/side rear brake pipe chaffed ?

play king pin and bushes ?

Pass 3 Feb 2014 26,089 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 18,412 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 9,045 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 99,080 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 87,741 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 87,741 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 76,122 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 64,187 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 64,187 miles

Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2007 49,020 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 49,020 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 3,208 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 3,208 miles

Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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R41 YWF is a 1998 Reliant Robin in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Reliant Robin models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 41,100 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 R41 YWF, 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 28 years old, this Reliant Robin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R41 YWF registered?

R41 YWF is a 1998 Reliant Robin, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R41 YWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R41 YWF shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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