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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Reliant Robin. Check any Robin by registration number below.

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80.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.3%

vs Reliant Avg

5

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Reliant Robin — MOT Reliability Overview

The Reliant Robin has an average MOT pass rate of 80.1%, which is 3.3 percentage points below the Reliant brand average of 83.4%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Robin is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Reliant Robin fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Robin for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Reliant Robin, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Reliant Robin performs at MOT across different model years.

2000

Based on 47 vehicles

85.1%Excellent
Reliant average: 83.4%
Dangerous Defects

9.1%

Retest Rate

15.2%

1999

Based on 65 vehicles

80.0%Good
Reliant average: 83.4%
Dangerous Defects

8.7%

Retest Rate

10.9%

1998

Based on 34 vehicles

79.4%Good
Reliant average: 83.4%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

24.0%

1997

Based on 34 vehicles

79.4%Good
Reliant average: 83.4%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

17.4%

0

Based on 759 vehicles

76.7%Good
Reliant average: 83.4%
Mileage at 5yr

52k mi

Top MOT Failures — Reliant Robin

The most common reasons a Reliant Robin fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

18.5%
Reliant Robin Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

12.8%

Front

2.1%

Front Nearside

2.1%

Other Reliant Models

Compare MOT reliability across Reliant models.

Reliant Unclassified

84.6% pass rate

Reliant Fox Custom Van

81.0% pass rate

Reliant Trike

89.3% pass rate

Reliant Scimitar

85.2% pass rate

Reliant Rialto

80.2% pass rate

Reliant Robin Lx

70.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Reliant Robin

Reliant Robin — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Reliant Robin MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Reliant Robin?
The average MOT pass rate for the Reliant Robin is 80.1% compared to the Reliant average of 83.4%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Reliant Robin?
The most common MOT failures on the Reliant Robin are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (18.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Reliant Robin reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 80.1%, the Reliant Robin is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Reliant Robin?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Reliant Robin?
Typical mileage for the Reliant Robin: 51,984 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Robin to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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