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J327 VEW

1992 Reliant Rialto

Beige Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,999 mi
Last recorded34,999 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1992 Reliant Rialto46,710 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ327 VEW
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1992
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 34,999 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 34,999 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 34,999 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 32,833 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 31,310 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 31,304 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 31,300 miles

Centre Steering arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

front wheel doesnt sit correctly,suspect brake drum not fitted correctly.

offside rear tyre poor condition

Pass 4 Feb 2009 31,275 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

all brake pipes are covered in grease and maybe corroded, front A frame is damaged,

Pass 23 Jul 2008 30,779 miles

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

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

wiper o/s split, steering/dash is coming insecure

Fail 11 Jul 2008 30,608 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

wiper o/s split, steering/dash is coming insecure

Pass 10 Jul 2007 27,777 miles

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

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

o/s dash mountings have some play,steering box has some play,front suspension is corroded

Fail 3 Jul 2007 27,753 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

O/S dash mountings have some play

front suspension has some corrosion

hand brake cable started to split

some play in steering box and leaking grease

Pass 6 Jul 2006 26,219 miles

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

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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J327 VEW is a 1992 Reliant Rialto in Beige with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1992 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 46,710 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 J327 VEW, 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 34 years old, this Reliant Rialto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J327 VEW registered?

J327 VEW is a 1992 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 17 June 1992.

Is J327 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J327 VEW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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