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B162 BMA

1985 Reliant Rialto Van

Green Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

39,866 mi
Last recorded39,866 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB162 BMA
MakeReliant
ModelRialto Van
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 39,866 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 38,600 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 37,303 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 35,327 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 31,824 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 28,763 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 25,787 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 22,733 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 18,703 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 13,928 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 8,571 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 22 May 2012 21,216 miles

Centre Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 25 May 2011 13,221 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 May 2010 5,750 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 98,949 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 92,245 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 99,282 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 91,248 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 91,188 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

How Reliable is the Reliant Rialto Van?

Based on 751 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
1,392
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 35
Stop lamp not working 24
position lamp(s) not working 18
Brake pipe excessively corroded 18
Headlamp aim too high 15
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B162 BMA is a 1985 Reliant Rialto Van in Green with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

The most common reason a Reliant Rialto Van fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B162 BMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Rialto Van typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Reliant Rialto Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B162 BMA registered?

B162 BMA is a 1985 Reliant Rialto Van, first registered on 6 February 1985.

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The MOT history for B162 BMA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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