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S598 NUG

1998 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,435 mi
Last recorded75,435 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Reliant Rialto44,853 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS598 NUG
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 75,435 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 68,383 miles

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 64,041 miles

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 59,665 miles

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

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2019 59,618 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering at ineffective previous repair (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 55,500 miles

slight play in rear anti roll bar bushes

Pass 13 Nov 2017 51,647 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 47,906 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 47,899 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.8.B.1)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 47,804 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 46,615 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 46,100 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 45,615 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 45,209 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 44,766 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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S598 NUG is a 1998 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S598 NUG, 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

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What year was S598 NUG registered?

S598 NUG is a 1998 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is S598 NUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S598 NUG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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