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RTF 409Y

1982 Reliant Rialto

Black Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1982 Reliant Rialto56,691 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTF 409Y
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2022

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2021
Pass 15 Aug 2020

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2019
Pass 18 Aug 2018
Pass 28 Sep 2016
Pass 29 Aug 2015
Pass 5 Sep 2014
Pass 4 Sep 2013 153 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012
Pass 9 Sep 2011 7 miles

front tyre approaching min tread req

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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RTF 409Y is a 1982 Reliant Rialto in Black with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 56,691 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 RTF 409Y, 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 44 years old, this Reliant Rialto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RTF 409Y?

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What year was RTF 409Y registered?

RTF 409Y is a 1982 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is RTF 409Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTF 409Y shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RTF 409Y have outstanding finance?

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