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A88 KFH

1984 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

6,765 mi
Last recorded6,765 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1984 Reliant Rialto47,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA88 KFH
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 6,765 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 6,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/40x17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2023 5,982 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 5,759 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 5,418 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 4,925 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

foot brake lever has slight play

Pass 27 Jul 2016 4,374 miles

light masks fitted time of test

Pass 31 May 2013 3,595 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 2,854 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (9.2.4)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 2,320 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2010 1,356 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 1,308 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 37 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 7,540 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 5,055 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 10 miles

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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A88 KFH is a 1984 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1984 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 47,766 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 A88 KFH, 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 42 years old, this Reliant Rialto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A88 KFH registered?

A88 KFH is a 1984 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 4 May 1984.

Is A88 KFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A88 KFH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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