Rieju RS Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Rieju RS reliable? We analysed 1,416 real MOT tests across 340 vehicles to find out.
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The Rieju RS is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Rieju RS.
Rieju RS Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Rieju RS. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Rieju RS MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Rieju RS to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Rieju RS Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Rieju RS models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Rieju RS Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Rieju RS owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Rieju RS MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Rieju RS year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 121 | 75.2% | 5,060 | 6,554 | 10,248 |
| 2016 | 259 | 64.9% | 2,740 | 5,784 | 8,857 |
| 2015 | 289 | 68.5% | 3,787 | 6,334 | 10,323 |
| 2014 | 493 | 70.0% | 4,544 | 8,115 | 13,972 |
| 2013 | 104 | 65.4% | 3,802 | 5,632 | 9,727 |
How Long Does a Rieju RS Last?
Based on 340 Rieju RS vehicles on UK roads.
Rieju RS Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Rieju RS 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 Rieju RS
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.2% MOT pass rate from 121 tests
64.9% MOT pass rate from 259 tests
The best year to buy a used Rieju RS is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.2% across 121 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 64.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Rieju RS Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rieju RS THIS CAR | 68.5% | 1,416 | 6,705 mi | 13 yrs |
| Rieju Mrt | 69.3% | 2,387 | 5,665 mi | 14 yrs |
| Rieju RS2 | 64.1% | 2,094 | 9,292 mi | 23 yrs |
| Rieju Marathon | 69.6% | 1,491 | 5,258 mi | 13 yrs |
| Bimota SB6 | 87.3% | 832 | 9,495 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Rieju Mrt (69.3% pass rate) and the Rieju RS2 (64.1% pass rate), the Rieju RS sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Rieju RS has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.5% across 1,416 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Rieju RS with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Rieju RS owner drives around 968 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 Rieju RS models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.