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SOL 859Y

1983 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,440 mi
Last recorded98,440 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Reliant Rialto52,021 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSOL 859Y
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 98,440 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 98,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps DANGEROUS (4.1.3 (a))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps DANGEROUS (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2013 98,021 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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SOL 859Y is a 1983 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 52,021 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SOL 859Y, 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 43 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 SOL 859Y?

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What year was SOL 859Y registered?

SOL 859Y is a 1983 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 13 April 1983.

Is SOL 859Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SOL 859Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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