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PJH 814X

1982 Reliant Rialto

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2013
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,089 mi
Last recorded33,089 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2012
Typical for 1982 Reliant Rialto56,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJH 814X
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2012 33,089 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2012 33,089 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Mechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jan 2011
Fail 22 Jun 2010 54,314 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 50,021 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 50,021 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 31 Aug 2006 48,041 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 48,041 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 44,929 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2005 44,926 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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PJH 814X is a 1982 Reliant Rialto in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 56,691 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 PJH 814X, 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 44 years old, this Reliant Rialto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJH 814X registered?

PJH 814X is a 1982 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 1 July 1982.

Is PJH 814X safe to buy?

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