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C497 FMD

1986 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,059 mi
Last recorded99,059 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2010
Typical for 1986 Reliant Rialto53,794 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC497 FMD
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2010 99,059 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 96,891 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 94,179 miles

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Pass 11 Jul 2007 91,235 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 87,696 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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C497 FMD is a 1986 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C497 FMD, 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

How do I check the history of C497 FMD?

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What year was C497 FMD registered?

C497 FMD is a 1986 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 10 February 1986.

Is C497 FMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C497 FMD shows 5 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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