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XBA 678X

1982 Reliant Rialto

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,371 mi
Last recorded77,371 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2014
Typical for 1982 Reliant Rialto56,691 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBA 678X
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2014 77,371 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 77,369 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

brake pedal appears to have slightly long travel

different size tyres front & rear axles

drivers door top poorly secured & split

o/s headlight poor pattern

Pass 20 Nov 2013 76,644 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2012 75,911 miles

front number plate poor

front wiper not self parking

headlights poor pattern

n/s rear spring shackle modified & slight play

Pass 19 Dec 2011 75,128 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

both front mirrors slightly loose

n/s/r tyre outer wall starting to split

track rod end secure with 2 nuts

Fail 17 Dec 2011 75,126 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

both front mirrors slightly loose

n/s/r tyre outer wall starting to split

track rod end secure with 2 nuts

Fail 5 Nov 2010 74,272 miles

Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 74,272 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 73,287 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 72,454 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 71,058 miles

slight leak on diff

Pass 7 Sep 2006 69,660 miles

sterring colum has play in

wiper arm has play in

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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XBA 678X is a 1982 Reliant Rialto in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 XBA 678X, 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 XBA 678X?

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What year was XBA 678X registered?

XBA 678X is a 1982 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 3 June 1982.

Is XBA 678X safe to buy?

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