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E981 TKR

1987 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

68,311 mi
Last recorded68,311 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 1987 Reliant Rialto57,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE981 TKR
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 68,311 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

General oil leaks.

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 30 Nov 2022 67,542 miles

slight blue smoke and oil leak.

both front seats runners and frame slightly worn.

Pass 1 Dec 2021 66,334 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 64,758 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 62,282 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 29 May 2019 62,282 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2018 59,988 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 57,828 miles
Fail 31 May 2017

Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake application uneven nearside low (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 55,195 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 52,021 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 48,662 miles

Nearside rear shock absorber lower mount repair poor

Pass 22 May 2013 44,863 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 44,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 May 2012 40,846 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 79,058 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 33,827 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 33,647 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 33,326 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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E981 TKR is a 1987 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 E981 TKR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E981 TKR?

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What year was E981 TKR registered?

E981 TKR is a 1987 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 10 September 1987.

Is E981 TKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E981 TKR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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