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A942 RFR

1984 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

76,604 mi
Last recorded76,604 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1984 Reliant Rialto47,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA942 RFR
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 76,604 miles

Centre Front Lower Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 75,637 miles

front engine mountings excessively worn

Fail 9 Jul 2014 74,723 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 74,723 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 73,795 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 72,722 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 71,373 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 70,030 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 68,644 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 67,288 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 65,903 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 64,643 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Jul 2006 64,643 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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A942 RFR is a 1984 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A942 RFR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A942 RFR registered?

A942 RFR is a 1984 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 2 July 1984.

Is A942 RFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A942 RFR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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