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J655 AWB

1992 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

73,561 mi
Last recorded73,561 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2022
Typical for 1992 Reliant Rialto46,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ655 AWB
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2022 73,561 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Axle king pin so loose it is likely to affect directional stability (5.1.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected front shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both rear mounts on axle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both rear (front bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

front and rear chassis legs corroded

gearbox mounting corroded

Pass 13 May 2019 31,917 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2019 31,917 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 30,923 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 29,997 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 29,122 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 27,647 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 26,595 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 25,309 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 23,364 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 20,172 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 18,043 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 15,458 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 12,896 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 12,635 miles

front number plate cracked

nsr tyre tread borderline and cracking in wall

Fail 15 Nov 2006 12,634 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

front number plate cracked

nsr tyre borderline wear down to indicators

Pass 14 Dec 2005 2,011 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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J655 AWB is a 1992 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 J655 AWB, 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.

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What year was J655 AWB registered?

J655 AWB is a 1992 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 1 January 1992.

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