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J826 PWL

1992 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

57,897 mi
Last recorded57,897 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2009
Typical for 1992 Reliant Rialto46,710 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ826 PWL
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2009 57,897 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 57,897 miles

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Dec 2008 56,914 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 56,914 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 53,480 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 51,598 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 51,553 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

advise slight dampness at petrol tank

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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J826 PWL is a 1992 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 J826 PWL, 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 J826 PWL registered?

J826 PWL is a 1992 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 26 March 1992.

Is J826 PWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J826 PWL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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