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E284 GCF

1988 Reliant Rialto Van

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,800 mi
Last recorded78,800 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2011
Typical for 1988 Reliant Rialto Van49,201 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE284 GCF
MakeReliant
ModelRialto Van
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2011 78,800 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise of slight lift in king pin

Pass 7 Nov 2008 77,632 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 77,625 miles

Centre Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Reliant Rialto Van?

Based on 751 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
1,392
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 35
Stop lamp not working 24
position lamp(s) not working 18
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18
Headlamp aim too high 15
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E284 GCF is a 1988 Reliant Rialto Van in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Reliant Rialto Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 49,201 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Reliant Rialto Van fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E284 GCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Rialto Van typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Reliant Rialto Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E284 GCF registered?

E284 GCF is a 1988 Reliant Rialto Van, first registered on 15 February 1988.

Is E284 GCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E284 GCF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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