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C425 VLK

1986 Reliant Rialto

Beige Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

90,772 mi
Last recorded90,772 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 1986 Reliant Rialto53,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC425 VLK
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 90,772 miles

rear tyres marginal perishing

Fail 2 Oct 2023 90,772 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear tyres marginal perishing

hazards not working

light switch feels fragile

Pass 29 Jan 2020 90,640 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

hazards n/w not needed april 1986 on

oil leak

Fail 24 Jan 2020 90,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

hazards n/w not needed april 1986 on

oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2018 90,152 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 89,609 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 88,709 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 87,740 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 86,895 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 86,190 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 85,047 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 83,634 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 82,001 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 80,545 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 78,606 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 76,053 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 73,329 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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C425 VLK is a 1986 Reliant Rialto in Beige with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 C425 VLK, 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 C425 VLK registered?

C425 VLK is a 1986 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 21 March 1986.

Is C425 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C425 VLK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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