Reliant Robin

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 848 cc

S712 VTUMOT history

S712 VTU is a green petrol Reliant Robin first used on 13 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 37 MOT tests, with 65,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
65,347 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
37
21 passed · 16 failed
Per year
1,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S712 VTU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Reliant
Model
Robin
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
848 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S712 VTU was last recorded at 65,347 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,347 miles · 6 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,347 miles
  • 2025 – 65,253 miles
  • 2024 – 65,058 miles
  • 2022 – 64,868 miles
  • 2021 – 64,514 miles
  • 2020 – 63,404 miles
  • 2019 – 62,241 miles
  • 2018 – 60,085 miles
  • 2017 – 58,162 miles
  • 2016 – 56,036 miles
  • 2015 – 53,802 miles
  • 2014 – 51,596 miles
  • 2013 – 49,279 miles
  • 2012 – 47,093 miles
  • 2011 – 44,991 miles
  • 2010 – 42,817 miles
  • 2009 – 40,595 miles
  • 2008 – 37,856 miles
  • 2007 – 34,361 miles
  • 2006 – 31,037 miles
  • 2005 – 27,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,347 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

37 tests since 8 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    65,347 miles
    Test number
    191371911203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail65,347 miles (+94)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,347 miles
    Test number
    894959845399
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective

  3. Pass65,253 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    65,253 miles
    Test number
    814531796389
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail65,253 miles (+195)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,253 miles
    Test number
    734883834875
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass65,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    65,058 miles
    Test number
    835598983884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail65,058 miles (+190)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,058 miles
    Test number
    417347735445
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

  7. Pass64,868 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    64,868 miles
    Test number
    717061654702
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail64,868 miles (+354)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,868 miles
    Test number
    569322903784
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass64,514 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    64,514 miles
    Test number
    490683308366
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVacuum hose split over rocker cover

  10. Fail64,514 miles (+1,110)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,514 miles
    Test number
    604291988065
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVacuum hose split over rocker cover

  11. Pass63,404 miles (+1,163)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    63,404 miles
    Test number
    491548959510
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass62,241 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,241 miles
    Test number
    764853263172
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Fail62,241 miles (+2,156)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,241 miles
    Test number
    794991600081
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  14. Pass60,085 miles (+1,923)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    60,085 miles
    Test number
    858821805913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    58,162 miles
    Test number
    248504210318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,162 miles (+2,126)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,162 miles
    Test number
    538443243532
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine mountings defective

  17. Pass56,036 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    56,036 miles
    Test number
    827473853740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    53,802 miles
    Test number
    368834296845
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail53,802 miles (+2,206)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,802 miles
    Test number
    519605682718
    • FailureFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFluid leak from rear axle

  20. Pass51,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    825624514386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail51,596 miles (+2,317)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    449919404365
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass49,279 miles (+2,186)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    49,279 miles
    Test number
    468325203430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,093 miles
    Test number
    606982012390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail47,093 miles (+2,102)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,093 miles
    Test number
    338692212338
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass44,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,991 miles
    Test number
    415342411362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail44,991 miles (+2,174)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,991 miles
    Test number
    919272611354
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  27. Fail42,817 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,817 miles
    Test number
    380639100329
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  28. Pass42,817 miles (+2,222)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    42,817 miles
    Test number
    684169200309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass40,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,595 miles
    Test number
    234680019380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail40,595 miles (+2,739)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,595 miles
    Test number
    491170519496
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  31. Pass37,856 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,856 miles
    Test number
    711952318335
    • AdvisoryFront Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  32. Fail37,856 miles (+3,495)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,856 miles
    Test number
    490252418335
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  33. Pass34,361 miles (+3,324)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    34,361 miles
    Test number
    700161317323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail31,037 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,037 miles
    Test number
    401981116362
    • Repaired at testFront Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  35. Pass31,037 miles (+3,363)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    31,037 miles
    Test number
    491031516372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass27,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    27,674 miles
    Test number
    664132615303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail27,674 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,674 miles
    Test number
    692642315349
    • FailureFront Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S712 VTU

Does S712 VTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S712 VTU is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S712 VTU?
The MOT on S712 VTU is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S712 VTU done?
S712 VTU was recorded at 65,347 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 1,860 miles a year.
Has S712 VTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S712 VTU has failed 16 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S712 VTU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S712 VTU find?
S712 VTU passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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