Rieju Tango Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Rieju Tango reliable? We analysed 561 real MOT tests across 118 vehicles to find out.
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The Rieju Tango is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Rieju Tango.
Rieju Tango Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Rieju Tango. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Rieju Tango MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Rieju Tango to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Rieju Tango Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Rieju Tango fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Rieju Tango Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Rieju Tango models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Rieju Tango Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Rieju Tango owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Rieju Tango MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Rieju Tango year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 91 | 84.6% | 355 | 1,031 | 2,004 |
| 2015 | 110 | 79.1% | 1,148 | 3,188 | 5,370 |
| 2014 | 153 | 77.1% | 1,699 | 3,166 | 4,544 |
| 2009 | 53 | 67.9% | 4,330 | 8,227 | 9,683 |
How Long Does a Rieju Tango Last?
Based on 118 Rieju Tango vehicles on UK roads.
Rieju Tango Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Rieju Tango 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 Tango
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.6% MOT pass rate from 91 tests
67.9% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Rieju Tango is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.6% across 91 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Rieju Tango Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rieju Tango THIS CAR | 77.4% | 561 | 3,166 mi | 17 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 |
| Audi Q7 Sport 50 TDI MHEV QUATTRO A | 91.7% | 564 | 38,120 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Rieju Mrt (69.3% pass rate) and the Rieju RS2 (64.1% pass rate), the Rieju Tango outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Rieju Tango has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.4% across 561 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is drive chain excessively loose with 4 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
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 Tango 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 Tango owner drives around 254 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 Tango models stay on UK roads for around 17 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.