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NJL 41Y

1983 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

76,679 mi
Last recorded76,679 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2012
Typical for 1983 Reliant Rialto52,021 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJL 41Y
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2012 76,679 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 76,640 miles

Centre Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Centre Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2011 79,872 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 79,872 miles

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

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2010 76,498 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 74,496 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 74,496 miles

Centre Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 71,723 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 71,658 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 69,011 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 68,958 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 66,988 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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NJL 41Y is a 1983 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1983 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 52,021 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 NJL 41Y, 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 43 years old, this Reliant Rialto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NJL 41Y?

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What year was NJL 41Y registered?

NJL 41Y is a 1983 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 13 January 1983.

Is NJL 41Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJL 41Y shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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