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C975 FMH

1986 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

57,810 mi
Last recorded57,810 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Reliant Rialto53,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC975 FMH
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 57,810 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2025 57,810 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 54,234 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 49,618 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and rear cross pipes (1.1.11 (c))

oil leak n/s/r drum area

Pass 7 Nov 2022 47,468 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 44,854 miles

Central Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 145/80/10 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 43,147 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 43,138 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 43,132 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 43,106 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 43,043 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 42,994 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 42,928 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 42,794 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 42,535 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 42,148 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 41,748 miles

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

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

Rear seat folded down .

Pass 11 Mar 2009 40,944 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 40,937 miles

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 39,861 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 39,861 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 38,751 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006

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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C975 FMH is a 1986 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 C975 FMH, 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 C975 FMH?

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What year was C975 FMH registered?

C975 FMH is a 1986 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 27 March 1986.

Is C975 FMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C975 FMH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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