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C872 LRP

1985 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon43,164 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC872 LRP
MakeReliant
ModelRialto Gls Saloon
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2023
Pass 18 Oct 2021 922 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020
Pass 8 Nov 2019
Pass 29 Aug 2018 6,650 miles

front suspension soft

Fail 18 Aug 2018 6,631 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

front suspension soft

Pass 25 Sep 2017 5,208 miles

front suspension soft

Pass 7 Sep 2016 2,920 miles

front suspension soft

Pass 11 Sep 2015 1,013 miles

front suspension soft.

Pass 14 Nov 2014 549 miles

slight play in head bearings.

Pass 1 May 2013
Pass 27 May 2010 79,739 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 77,859 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 76,436 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 73,119 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 69,252 miles

How Reliable is the Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon?

Based on 664 MOT tests across 148 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
528
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
148
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 21
fog lamp not working 13
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
brake binding 12
Direction indicator not working 11
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C872 LRP is a 1985 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1985 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 43,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C872 LRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C872 LRP registered?

C872 LRP is a 1985 Reliant Rialto Gls Saloon, first registered on 1 October 1985.

Is C872 LRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C872 LRP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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