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N786 COG

1996 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,687 mi
Last recorded80,687 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 1996 Reliant Rialto46,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN786 COG
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 80,687 miles

front brake pipe corroded

indicator stalk worn

slight noise from front wheel bearing

Fail 25 Aug 2015 80,685 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 80,652 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 80,576 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 80,576 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 79,891 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 78,183 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 75,988 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 73,300 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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N786 COG is a 1996 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 46,380 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 N786 COG, 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 30 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 N786 COG registered?

N786 COG is a 1996 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N786 COG safe to buy?

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