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Reliant Robin

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 120 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

78%

Total Tests

120

Model Years

1998 to 2000

Years Covered

3

About the Reliant Robin

The Reliant Robin was MOT tested 120 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (1998 to 2000), with an average pass rate of 78%. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1998) averages 48,166 miles, while the newest (2000) averages 55,496 miles.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 848cc)
£1,175
Road Tax
£230
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,810
Per month£151/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2000 details

How reliable is the Reliant Robin?

vs average of all models-4% (82% avg)
vs Reliant brand average-1% (79% avg)

Reliant Robin by Year

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YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
200084%3855,496 mi
199975%5141,343 mi
199874%3148,166 mi

Questions about the Reliant Robin

Is the Reliant Robin reliable?

Across its 3 model years in our data (1998 to 2000), the Reliant Robin averages a 78% MOT pass rate, from 120 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 4 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

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