Reliant Robin

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 848 cc

T948 BONMOT history

T948 BON is a gold petrol Reliant Robin first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 62,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
62,676 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,084 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T948 BON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Reliant
Model
Robin
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
848 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T948 BON was last recorded at 62,676 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,676 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,084 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,676 miles
  • 2024 – 58,988 miles
  • 2023 – 54,514 miles
  • 2022 – 53,627 miles
  • 2021 – 51,418 miles
  • 2020 – 49,495 miles
  • 2019 – 47,251 miles
  • 2018 – 44,715 miles
  • 2017 – 41,961 miles
  • 2016 – 39,536 miles
  • 2015 – 36,765 miles
  • 2014 – 33,577 miles
  • 2013 – 30,309 miles
  • 2012 – 27,854 miles
  • 2011 – 25,245 miles
  • 2010 – 24,248 miles
  • 2008 – 24,136 miles
  • 2007 – 22,586 miles
  • 2006 – 20,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,676 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Slight play in front king pin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Gearbox mounting defective Gearbox mount perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak from front of engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Hazard warning switch inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake back plates very rusty (all)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,676 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    62,676 miles
    Test number
    852926694490
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

  2. Fail62,676 miles (+3,688)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,676 miles
    Test number
    619756635758
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight movement (2.1.1 (d) (i))

  3. Pass58,988 miles (+4,474)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    58,988 miles
    Test number
    986100663081
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has a light groove around inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass54,514 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    54,514 miles
    Test number
    128507353718
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip N/S of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Slight play in front king pin
    • AdvisoryNearside Gearbox mounting defective Gearbox mount perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak from front of engine
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Tyre perishing

  5. Fail54,514 miles (+887)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,514 miles
    Test number
    103400920807
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Vehicle unable to start (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Drivers floor corroded and holed near seat belt stalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rear mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFan belt perished and splitting
    • AdvisoryFront Slight play in front king pin
    • AdvisoryNearside Gearbox mounting defective Gearbox mount perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mount split
    • AdvisoryOil leak from front of engine
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Tyre under inflated and perishing

  6. Pass53,627 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    53,627 miles
    Test number
    270890838128
    • AdvisoryBrake back plates very rusty (all)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Crossbar rusty
    • AdvisoryRear pinion oil seal slight leak

  7. Fail53,624 miles (+2,206)2 dangerous6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,624 miles
    Test number
    649101421699
    • DangerousFront Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened A frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake back plates very rusty (all)
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber very rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Crossbar rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear pinion oil seal slight leak

  8. Pass51,418 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    51,418 miles
    Test number
    792625613825
    • AdvisoryRear Pinion oil seal leaking slightly

  9. Fail51,418 miles (+1,923)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,418 miles
    Test number
    331117735102
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Pinion oil seal leaking slightly

  10. Pass49,495 miles (+108)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    49,495 miles
    Test number
    356646138576
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff oil seal slightly leaking

  11. Fail49,387 miles (+2,136)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,387 miles
    Test number
    901123208116
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff oil seal leaking slightly

  12. Pass47,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    47,251 miles
    Test number
    168839510986
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met required standard

  13. Fail47,251 miles (+2,536)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,251 miles
    Test number
    932371477227
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met required standard

  14. Pass44,715 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    44,715 miles
    Test number
    999076539485
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement King pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Fail44,713 miles (+2,752)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,713 miles
    Test number
    871443836019
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement King pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Pass41,961 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    41,961 miles
    Test number
    273876554847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,536 miles (+2,771)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    39,536 miles
    Test number
    536868591850
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass36,765 miles (+3,188)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,765 miles
    Test number
    745348185155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,577 miles (+3,268)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    33,577 miles
    Test number
    717819994140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,309 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    30,309 miles
    Test number
    248951393473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,854 miles (+2,609)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,854 miles
    Test number
    268384592171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,245 miles (+997)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,245 miles
    Test number
    679165391124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,248 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    24,248 miles
    Test number
    283444810224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,236 miles (+100)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,236 miles
    Test number
    413780610293
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass24,136 miles (+1,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    24,136 miles
    Test number
    330850238167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass22,586 miles (+1,618)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,586 miles
    Test number
    181328607129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    20,968 miles
    Test number
    382897826005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T948 BON

Does T948 BON currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T948 BON is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T948 BON?
The MOT on T948 BON is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T948 BON done?
T948 BON was recorded at 62,676 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 2,084 miles a year.
Has T948 BON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T948 BON has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T948 BON 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 T948 BON find?
T948 BON passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front upper vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; steering box slight movement.

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