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N990 HWU

1996 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,865 mi
Last recorded69,865 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2013
Typical for 1996 Reliant Rialto46,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN990 HWU
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2013 69,865 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 69,115 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 67,823 miles

front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

two brake pipes onthe front wheel slightly corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2009 65,870 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 64,823 miles

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 64,823 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 63,928 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 62,553 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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N990 HWU is a 1996 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N990 HWU, 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 N990 HWU?

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What year was N990 HWU registered?

N990 HWU is a 1996 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 26 February 1996.

Is N990 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N990 HWU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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