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F351 CAV

1989 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

58,630 mi
Last recorded58,630 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Reliant Rialto54,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF351 CAV
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 58,630 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 57,715 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 56,505 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 56,115 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 56,081 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 55,953 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 55,540 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 55,540 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 May 2017 55,195 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 54,624 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 53,898 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 53,048 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2014 53,048 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 52,102 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 50,862 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2012 50,862 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 49,406 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 47,962 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 46,722 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 45,598 miles

Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 11 May 2007 44,535 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 43,132 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 43,132 miles

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

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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F351 CAV is a 1989 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1989 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 54,236 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 F351 CAV, 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 37 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 F351 CAV?

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What year was F351 CAV registered?

F351 CAV is a 1989 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 13 June 1989.

Is F351 CAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F351 CAV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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