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C142 EMP

1986 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

41,055 mi
Last recorded41,055 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 1986 Reliant Rialto53,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC142 EMP
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2019 41,055 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Throttle sticking

Pass 17 Jul 2018 40,335 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 40,335 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 39,951 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 17 May 2017 39,951 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Jun 2016 39,400 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 39,229 miles

front king pin slight play

Fail 5 Jun 2015 39,229 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

front king pin slight play

Pass 15 May 2014 38,863 miles

Front suspension arm rubber bushes slightly deteriorated.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 May 2014 38,863 miles

Front suspension arm rubber bushes slightly deteriorated.

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 38,763 miles

Note vehicle has not been used for a long period and may need general observation when used.

general corrsion to front suspension arm

rear number plate plastic surface tarnishing over.

some wear in front king pin and thrust washers.

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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C142 EMP is a 1986 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1986 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 53,794 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 C142 EMP, 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 40 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 C142 EMP registered?

C142 EMP is a 1986 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 7 January 1986.

Is C142 EMP safe to buy?

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