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N945 HWX

1996 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

61,185 mi
Last recorded61,185 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Reliant Rialto46,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN945 HWX
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 61,185 miles

front wiper blade just ok

side repeaters masked over

Pass 9 Jun 2021 61,111 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 61,111 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 60,698 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 60,665 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both ends (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 60,303 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 59,681 miles

all 3 tyres worn and perished

exhaust manifold has slight blow

front coil spring and shocker casing corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2015 59,163 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 58,452 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 57,916 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 57,916 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2012 57,173 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 57,173 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 56,260 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 56,243 miles

Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 55,392 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 55,392 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 54,512 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 53,431 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 53,431 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 52,477 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 51,545 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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N945 HWX is a 1996 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 N945 HWX, 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

How do I check the history of N945 HWX?

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What year was N945 HWX registered?

N945 HWX is a 1996 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 6 January 1996.

Is N945 HWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N945 HWX shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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