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D597 WAB

1986 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

77,379 mi
Last recorded77,379 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 1986 Reliant Rialto53,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD597 WAB
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 77,379 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 77,378 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened support rail on A frame holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Towbar component excessively corroded (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 77,165 miles

rear axle both sides, wheel nuts tapered seat appears to be fitted wrong way around

Pass 12 Aug 2019 76,633 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 76,627 miles

Gear knob loose ?

Pass 28 Jul 2017 76,605 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 76,494 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 75,846 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 75,102 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 74,139 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 73,169 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 72,045 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 71,268 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 71,268 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 49,797 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 69,796 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 68,651 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 68,651 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2007 67,459 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 67,459 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2006 65,764 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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D597 WAB is a 1986 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 D597 WAB, 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.

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What year was D597 WAB registered?

D597 WAB is a 1986 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 15 August 1986.

Is D597 WAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D597 WAB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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