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A472 NMJ

1983 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2011
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

89,346 mi
Last recorded89,346 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2010
Typical for 1983 Reliant Rialto52,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA472 NMJ
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2010 89,346 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 39,256 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 9 Jul 2009 39,252 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d) DANGEROUS

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 16 May 2008 88,802 miles

engine oil leaks

n/s obligatory mirror cracked

Fail 15 May 2008 88,798 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

engine oil leaks

n/s obligatory mirror cracked

n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 24 Oct 2007 88,591 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 88,591 miles

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

N S R tyre badly perished.

N S door mirror glass cracked.

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 22 Oct 2007 88,588 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 88,322 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 67,605 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 67,601 miles

Front Suspension arm inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 87,328 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2005 87,285 miles

Front Suspension arm cracked (2.4.G.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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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A472 NMJ is a 1983 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A472 NMJ, 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

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What year was A472 NMJ registered?

A472 NMJ is a 1983 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 15 September 1983.

Is A472 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A472 NMJ shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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