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M502 TUG

1994 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

2,285 mi
Last recorded2,285 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2020
Typical for 1994 Reliant Rialto43,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM502 TUG
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2020 2,285 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 2,275 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2019 2,275 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2014 2,088 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 2,013 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 1,875 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 48,804 miles

Front Fork yoke slightly corroded. (9.2.1c)

front discs worn

Pass 8 Sep 2007 48,476 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 48,447 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Nov 2005 47,271 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2005 47,262 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (9.2.1c)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fitted in such a way that the axle is misaligned (2.4.B.1e)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

no mirrors fitted

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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M502 TUG is a 1994 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1994 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 43,691 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 M502 TUG, 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 32 years old, this Reliant Rialto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M502 TUG registered?

M502 TUG is a 1994 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M502 TUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M502 TUG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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