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C609 RNP

1985 Reliant Rialto Gls Estate

Silver Petrol 2127cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

8,624 mi
Last recorded8,624 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1985 Reliant Rialto Gls Estate35,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC609 RNP
MakeReliant
ModelRialto Gls Estate
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,127cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 8,624 miles

oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2022 8,587 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

oil leak

Pass 13 Apr 2021 8,423 miles

Front engine oil leak

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 8,423 miles

Front engine oil leak

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 8,050 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 6,616 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 5,528 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 4,743 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 4,173 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 1,544 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2013 4,952 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 3,571 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 2,490 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 845 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 99,021 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 98,323 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 97,613 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Rialto Gls Estate?

Based on 1,541 MOT tests across 344 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
934
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
344
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 54
Stop lamp not working 47
fog lamp tell tale not working 29
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29
Direction indicator not working 27
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C609 RNP is a 1985 Reliant Rialto Gls Estate in Silver with a 2,127cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1985 Reliant Rialto Gls Estate models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 35,139 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Rialto Gls Estate fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C609 RNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Rialto Gls Estate typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Reliant Rialto Gls Estate is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C609 RNP registered?

C609 RNP is a 1985 Reliant Rialto Gls Estate, first registered on 20 November 1985.

Is C609 RNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C609 RNP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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