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A697 NWW

1984 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon44,325 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA697 NWW
MakeReliant
ModelRialto Gls Saloon
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020
Fail 24 Jul 2020

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Mar 2019

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame gusset corroded not significantly affecting strength (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Pass 8 Jul 2016 62,987 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 62,380 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 62,270 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 99 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 543 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Hand brake linkage very close to rear brake pipes

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 543 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Hand brake linkage very close to rear brake pipes

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 May 2010 300 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 661 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 300 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 99 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon?

Based on 664 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
528
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 21
fog lamp not working 13
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
brake binding 12
Direction indicator not working 11
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A697 NWW is a 1984 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1984 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 44,325 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A697 NWW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 42 years old, this Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A697 NWW registered?

A697 NWW is a 1984 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon, first registered on 2 May 1984.

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