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VRN 956Y

1982 Reliant Rialto

Cream Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

53,388 mi
Last recorded53,388 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 Reliant Rialto56,691 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRN 956Y
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2022 53,388 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 53,207 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 53,057 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 52,877 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 52,650 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 52,309 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 52,077 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded To rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 51,747 miles

light cracking on o/s rear tyre sidewall

Fail 29 Oct 2014 51,738 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

light cracking on o/s rear tyre sidewall

Pass 30 Oct 2013 51,430 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 50,940 miles

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

oil leak from gearbox

Pass 3 Nov 2011 50,633 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 50,627 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 50,261 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 50,250 miles

Centre front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 49,956 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 49,618 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 49,216 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 48,795 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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VRN 956Y is a 1982 Reliant Rialto in Cream with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VRN 956Y, 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

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What year was VRN 956Y registered?

VRN 956Y is a 1982 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 5 August 1982.

Is VRN 956Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRN 956Y shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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