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C512 EKJ

1986 Reliant Rialto

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,477 mi
Last recorded39,477 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Reliant Rialto53,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC512 EKJ
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 39,477 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 39,458 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 39,445 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 39,308 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 38,928 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 18 Dec 2008 38,909 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 20 Dec 2007 38,599 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 20 Dec 2006 38,404 miles

nearside mirror cracked

Pass 20 Dec 2005 38,009 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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C512 EKJ is a 1986 Reliant Rialto in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C512 EKJ, 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 C512 EKJ?

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What year was C512 EKJ registered?

C512 EKJ is a 1986 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 3 January 1986.

Is C512 EKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C512 EKJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C512 EKJ have outstanding finance?

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