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E349 UWG

1987 Reliant Rialto

Beige Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,480 mi
Last recorded70,480 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1987 Reliant Rialto57,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE349 UWG
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2024 70,480 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high wont adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Parking brake travel close to limit

some play in steering box

Fail 24 Apr 2024 70,424 miles

Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 69,552 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 69,552 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2012 68,567 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 65,655 miles

advise front headlamp adjusters

Fail 4 Feb 2011 65,649 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

advise front headlamp adjusters

Pass 30 Jan 2010 63,608 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 62,710 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 60,545 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 56,617 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 55,713 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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E349 UWG is a 1987 Reliant Rialto in Beige with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,353 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 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 1,438 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E349 UWG, 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 39 years old, this Reliant Rialto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E349 UWG registered?

E349 UWG is a 1987 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 4 August 1987.

Is E349 UWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E349 UWG shows 12 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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