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A16 GRX

1987 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,146 mi
Last recorded88,146 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2011
Typical for 1987 Reliant Rialto57,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 GRX
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2011 88,146 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 88,107 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 88,060 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 87,982 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 87,862 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 87,753 miles

exhaust system near excessivly corroded

Fail 6 Jul 2006 87,753 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

advise slight weep at steering box

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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A16 GRX is a 1987 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1987 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,353 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 A16 GRX, 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 39 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 A16 GRX?

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What year was A16 GRX registered?

A16 GRX is a 1987 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 10 April 1987.

Is A16 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 GRX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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