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R677 VND

1997 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,427 mi
Last recorded53,427 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Reliant Rialto44,127 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR677 VND
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2021 53,427 miles

Central Front Upper Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction bonnet has customized external fittings (3.1 (a) (i))

Central Front brake binding slightly

Central Front king pin has slight play

Fail 13 Apr 2021 53,425 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Upper Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction bonnet has customized external fittings (3.1 (a) (i))

Central Front brake binding slightly

Central Front king pin has slight play

Pass 15 Apr 2020 52,924 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Apr 2019 52,144 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 51,712 miles

slight play in steering column lower joint

Pass 10 Apr 2017 51,165 miles

Front slight brake bind

Pass 21 Apr 2016 50,433 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 49,435 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 48,653 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 48,107 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 47,477 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 46,929 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 46,196 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 46,186 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 May 2009 44,519 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 42,349 miles

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

Oil leak

offside rear brake slight bind

Pass 24 Apr 2007 40,122 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 38,115 miles

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

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

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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R677 VND is a 1997 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R677 VND, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R677 VND?

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What year was R677 VND registered?

R677 VND is a 1997 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is R677 VND safe to buy?

The MOT history for R677 VND shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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