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R501 HYG

1998 Reliant Rialto

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,404 mi
Last recorded83,404 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Reliant Rialto44,853 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR501 HYG
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 83,404 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 81,187 miles

front to rear brake pipe lightly corroded

o/s/r tyre cracking

rear anti roll bar bushes slight movement

Pass 30 Jan 2013 73,345 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

n/s/r brake binding

Pass 31 Jan 2012 66,358 miles

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

slight play in steering box

Fail 31 Jan 2012 66,358 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

slight play in steering box

Pass 28 Jan 2011 60,743 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 55,697 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 53,274 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 53,274 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 49,604 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 48,241 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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R501 HYG is a 1998 Reliant Rialto in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R501 HYG, 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 R501 HYG?

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What year was R501 HYG registered?

R501 HYG is a 1998 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R501 HYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R501 HYG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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