CarVerify

Free Car Check

F993 EFJ

1989 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

17,935 mi
Last recorded17,935 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 1989 Reliant Rialto54,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Reliant
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF993 EFJ
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 17,935 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 17,935 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 17,659 miles

oil leak

slight play in front kingpin

Fail 26 Jun 2018 17,659 miles

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

oil leak

slight play in front kingpin

Pass 29 Jun 2017 16,887 miles

front suspension arm corroded

oil leak

wiper split

Pass 14 Jun 2016 15,837 miles

oil leaks

slight damage to body work, not excessive/ sharp

Fail 14 Jun 2016 15,837 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

oil leaks

slight damage to body work, not excessive/ sharp

Pass 23 Jun 2015 14,512 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 12,554 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 10,139 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 10,139 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 7,789 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 5,490 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 3,005 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 2,918 miles

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 103 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 99,982 miles

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Offside Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 97,646 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 97,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 16 May 2007 95,797 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 93,847 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 93,847 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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
Full Reliant Rialto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F993 EFJ is a 1989 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F993 EFJ, 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 F993 EFJ?

You can check the full history of F993 EFJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F993 EFJ registered?

F993 EFJ is a 1989 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 6 February 1989.

Is F993 EFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F993 EFJ shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F993 EFJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F993 EFJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.