Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon reliable? We analysed 664 real MOT tests across 148 vehicles to find out.
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The Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp not working, fog lamp not working and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon.
Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 63 | 68.3% | 23,842 | 55,720 | 72,441 |
| 1986 | 56 | 76.8% | 24,702 | 38,218 | 60,699 |
| 1985 | 117 | 76.1% | 3,213 | 43,164 | 66,134 |
| 1984 | 152 | 75.7% | 12,318 | 44,325 | 70,553 |
| 1983 | 143 | 73.4% | 9,772 | 45,247 | 66,698 |
| 1982 | 78 | 70.5% | 24,338 | 40,604 | 65,068 |
How Long Does a Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon Last?
Based on 148 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon vehicles on UK roads.
Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.8% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
68.3% MOT pass rate from 63 tests
The best year to buy a used Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon is 1986, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.8% across 56 tests. The 1987 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon THIS CAR | 74.2% | 664 | 44,667 mi | 44 yrs |
| Reliant Robin | 71% | 50,844 | 43,760 mi | 50 yrs |
| Reliant Rialto | 72% | 33,460 | 52,257 mi | 44 yrs |
| Reliant Scimitar | 73.5% | 31,230 | 53,975 mi | 60 yrs |
| Audi Q3 S Line Edition TDI | 95.7% | 420 | 55,738 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Reliant Robin (71.0% pass rate) and the Reliant Rialto (72.0% pass rate), the Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.2% across 664 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon are stop lamp not working (21 recorded failures), fog lamp not working (13), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (12). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon owner drives around 528 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon models stay on UK roads for around 44 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.