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F172 NFW

1989 Reliant Rialto Van

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,893 mi
Last recorded6,893 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2014
Typical for 1989 Reliant Rialto Van49,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF172 NFW
MakeReliant
ModelRialto Van
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2014 6,893 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

unable to test design structure or quality or quanty of welds

Fail 13 Jun 2014 6,832 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

unable to test design structure or quality or quanty of welds

Fail 12 Sep 2013 6,813 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Brake pedal actuating lever has abnormal movement indicating maladjustment or excessive wear (3.3.A.1h) DANGEROUS

Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

battery insecure

unable to test design structure or quality or quantity of welds

Pass 31 Aug 2012 6,464 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 6,342 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 5,820 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 5,671 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 2,543 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 2,211 miles

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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F172 NFW is a 1989 Reliant Rialto Van in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1989 Reliant Rialto Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 49,462 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F172 NFW, 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 37 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 F172 NFW registered?

F172 NFW is a 1989 Reliant Rialto Van, first registered on 19 January 1989.

Is F172 NFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F172 NFW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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