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UUD 283X

1982 Reliant Rialto

Purple Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,117 mi
Last recorded9,117 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 1982 Reliant Rialto56,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUD 283X
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1982
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 9,117 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 9,036 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 8,959 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 8,904 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 8,692 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 8,437 miles
Fail 4 May 2019 8,437 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2018 7,764 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 6 May 2017 6,906 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 4,985 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 4,464 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 4,443 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 4,416 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 4,416 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 4,114 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 3,339 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s handbrake efficiency slightly low

un-able to clearly see thickness/condition of rear pads and discs.

Pass 12 May 2007 2,537 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 2,139 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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UUD 283X is a 1982 Reliant Rialto in Purple with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UUD 283X, 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 UUD 283X?

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What year was UUD 283X registered?

UUD 283X is a 1982 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 21 April 1982.

Is UUD 283X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUD 283X 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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