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BDC 281Y

1983 Reliant Rialto

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

23,506 mi
Last recorded23,506 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1983 Reliant Rialto52,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDC 281Y
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 23,506 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 45,625 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 24,861 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 24,457 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 23,537 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 22,047 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 20,111 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2009 18,747 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 45,630 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 45,625 miles

front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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BDC 281Y is a 1983 Reliant Rialto in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 BDC 281Y, 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

How do I check the history of BDC 281Y?

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What year was BDC 281Y registered?

BDC 281Y is a 1983 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 26 April 1983.

Is BDC 281Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDC 281Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BDC 281Y have outstanding finance?

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