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G946 VJF

1989 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

32,025 mi
Last recorded32,025 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 1989 Reliant Rialto54,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG946 VJF
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 32,025 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 32,025 miles

Offside Front Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 31,965 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 31,886 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 29,486 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 28,967 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 28,239 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 27,008 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 26,116 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 26,114 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 24,922 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 23,680 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 22,250 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 22,250 miles

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 20,758 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 20,758 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 27 Sep 2005 20,737 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering column cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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G946 VJF is a 1989 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 G946 VJF, 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 G946 VJF registered?

G946 VJF is a 1989 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 1 August 1989.

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