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F26 JFT

1988 Reliant Rialto

Black Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,238 mi
Last recorded64,238 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1988 Reliant Rialto58,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF26 JFT
MakeReliant
ModelRialto
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 64,238 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 63,845 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 4,299 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 63,807 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber leaking oil (9.2.7b)

Nearside Headlamp missing (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 4,299 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 43,571 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 43,557 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 92,417 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 90,093 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 88,866 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 88,866 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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F26 JFT is a 1988 Reliant Rialto in Black with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Reliant Rialto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 58,154 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 F26 JFT, 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 38 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 F26 JFT registered?

F26 JFT is a 1988 Reliant Rialto, first registered on 3 November 1988.

Is F26 JFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F26 JFT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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