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G401 NKK

1989 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

60,795 mi
Last recorded60,795 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2014
Typical for 1989 Reliant Rialto54,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG401 NKK
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2014 60,795 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 60,795 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 58,197 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 55,660 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 55,656 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 53,122 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 50,392 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2009 48,038 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 48,038 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 44,310 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 44,310 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 40,213 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 40,213 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 36,845 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 36,833 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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G401 NKK is a 1989 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G401 NKK, 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 G401 NKK registered?

G401 NKK is a 1989 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G401 NKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G401 NKK shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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