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R390 KAP

1998 Reliant Rialto

Blue Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,896 mi
Last recorded66,896 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Reliant Rialto44,853 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR390 KAP
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 66,896 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 61,734 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 49,868 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 40,748 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 40,748 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 30,565 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 21,892 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 17,622 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 17,620 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 16,598 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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R390 KAP is a 1998 Reliant Rialto in Blue with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 44,853 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 R390 KAP, 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 28 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 R390 KAP?

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What year was R390 KAP registered?

R390 KAP is a 1998 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R390 KAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R390 KAP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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