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A136 FJU

1983 Reliant Rialto

Beige Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,054 mi
Last recorded98,054 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2012
Typical for 1983 Reliant Rialto52,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA136 FJU
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1983
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2012 98,054 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

centre seat belt anchor points corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2011 97,509 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Propshaft component defective

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2010 96,399 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2009 95,535 miles

nearside headlamp deteriating

Pass 11 Aug 2008 94,313 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

seat belt mounting plates corroded

slight play in steering box

Fail 8 Aug 2008 94,313 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

seat belt mounting plates corroded

slight play in steering box

Pass 6 Aug 2007 93,058 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 23 Jul 2007 93,022 miles

Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2006 91,008 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in steering box

temporary fuel cap fitted

How Reliable is the Reliant Rialto?

Based on 33,460 MOT tests across 4,287 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
1,246
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
4,287
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 1,438
Stop lamp not working 1,105
Brake pipe excessively corroded 762
position lamp(s) not working 749
parking brake recording little or no effort 667
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A136 FJU is a 1983 Reliant Rialto in Beige with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 52,021 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Rialto fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 1,438 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A136 FJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Rialto typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Reliant Rialto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A136 FJU?

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What year was A136 FJU registered?

A136 FJU is a 1983 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 27 September 1983.

Is A136 FJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A136 FJU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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