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R338 LRH

1997 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

97,020 mi
Last recorded97,020 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Reliant Rialto44,127 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR338 LRH
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2022 97,020 miles

propshaft uj slight play

Pass 12 Feb 2021 96,605 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering component mounting prescribed area covered in excessive amount of underseal main chassis...unable to fully inspect (2.1.2 (e) (i))

hazard warning lights switch faulty

Pass 19 Feb 2020 96,127 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced main chassis covered with underseal...unable to fully inspect (6.1.1 (c) (i))

hazard warning lights switch faulty

knocking from rear suspension ( noticed when driven)

no rear view from n/s mirror

Pass 11 Jan 2019 94,816 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both sides dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 93,242 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides reflectors dull (1.7.5a)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.B.2)

brake pipes covered with grease...unable to fully inspect

Pass 17 Jan 2017 88,678 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides reflectors corroded (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

brake pipes covered with grease...unable to fully inspect

Pass 19 Jan 2016 83,718 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes...covered with grease

Fail 19 Jan 2016 83,718 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes...covered with grease

Pass 13 Jan 2015 82,146 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes,,,covered with grease

Fail 13 Jan 2015 82,146 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes,,,covered with grease

Fail 21 Jan 2014 80,844 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes... covered with grease

Pass 21 Jan 2014 80,844 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes... covered with grease

Pass 22 Jan 2013 79,512 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

slight wear in prop-shaft universal joint ( rear)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes...covered with grease

Pass 24 Jan 2012 78,933 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes... covered with grease

Pass 18 Jan 2011 78,074 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

unable to fully inspect brake pipes... covered with grease

Pass 21 Jan 2010 77,454 miles

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

gears difficult to select when stationary.... clutch in need of adjustment?

unable to fully inspect brake pipes,,, covered with grease

Pass 23 Jan 2009 76,016 miles

hazard wng lts switch faulty/difficult to operate

Pass 11 Feb 2008 74,850 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 73,274 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 16 Oct 2006 65,859 miles

handbrake cable siezing

n/s rear hub oil sael leaking

rear U/J worn

Fail 16 Oct 2006 65,859 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

handbrake cable siezing

n/s rear hub oil sael leaking

rear U/J worn

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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R338 LRH is a 1997 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1997 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 44,127 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 R338 LRH, 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 29 years old, this Reliant Rialto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R338 LRH registered?

R338 LRH is a 1997 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 5 November 1997.

Is R338 LRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R338 LRH shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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