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C492 BWT

1985 Reliant Rialto

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,946 mi
Last recorded3,946 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2012
Typical for 1985 Reliant Rialto55,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC492 BWT
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2012 3,946 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011
Pass 6 Jul 2010 427 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009
Pass 8 Jul 2008
Pass 11 Jul 2007 94,231 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 93,446 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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C492 BWT is a 1985 Reliant Rialto in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 55,239 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 C492 BWT, 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 41 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 C492 BWT?

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What year was C492 BWT registered?

C492 BWT is a 1985 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 7 November 1985.

Is C492 BWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C492 BWT shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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