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R203 CDW

1997 Reliant Rialto Van

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,005 mi
Last recorded24,005 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Reliant Rialto Van31,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR203 CDW
MakeReliant
ModelRialto Van
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2008 24,005 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

advise of slight wear in king pin bushes and front wheel bearing slight wear

advise of slight wear in steering box

Fail 24 Sep 2008 24,005 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

advise of slight wear in king pin bushes and front wheel bearing slight wear

advise of slight wear in steering box

Pass 15 Nov 2007 18,349 miles

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 9 Nov 2007 18,349 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 17,652 miles

Offside Front Upper Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 4 Sep 2006 17,637 miles

Centre Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2005 14,346 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 14,346 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Reliant Rialto Van?

Based on 751 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
1,392
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 35
Stop lamp not working 24
position lamp(s) not working 18
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18
Headlamp aim too high 15
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R203 CDW is a 1997 Reliant Rialto Van in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Reliant Rialto Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 31,348 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 Van fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R203 CDW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Rialto Van typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 29 years old, this Reliant Rialto Van is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R203 CDW registered?

R203 CDW is a 1997 Reliant Rialto Van, first registered on 24 September 1997.

Is R203 CDW safe to buy?

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