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F35 DVG

1989 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,076 mi
Last recorded51,076 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Reliant Rialto54,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF35 DVG
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 51,076 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel filler pipe cracked and in poor condition

Fail 14 Oct 2025 51,076 miles

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear wheel nut not fitted correctly

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

fuel filler hose cracked and split

Pass 14 Oct 2023 51,000 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2022 50,457 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all shocker bush's worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2010 49,962 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 49,526 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 49,047 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 48,271 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 48,271 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 47,241 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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F35 DVG is a 1989 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F35 DVG, 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

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What year was F35 DVG registered?

F35 DVG is a 1989 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 14 June 1989.

Is F35 DVG safe to buy?

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