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F528 RMU

1988 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

27,811 mi
Last recorded27,811 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Reliant Rialto58,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF528 RMU
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 27,811 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

fuel hoses deteriorated at filter area

Pass 10 Oct 2024 26,433 miles

slight play front trunion

Fail 3 Oct 2024 26,388 miles

Central Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Steering column attachment defective to the extent that there is a serious risk of detachment dash moving (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2023 25,196 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 25,138 miles

Rear fuel pipe has minor cracking

Pass 6 Oct 2021 25,101 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 25,062 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 25,019 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 25,003 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 24,953 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 24,930 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 24,875 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 24,761 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 24,757 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 24,562 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 24,136 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 23,646 miles

n/s wing mirror has minor damage

Pass 21 Aug 2009 23,240 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 22,725 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 22,186 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 21,476 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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F528 RMU is a 1988 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1988 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 58,154 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 F528 RMU, 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 38 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 F528 RMU?

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What year was F528 RMU registered?

F528 RMU is a 1988 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 25 November 1988.

Is F528 RMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F528 RMU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F528 RMU have outstanding finance?

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