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F961 SMH

1988 Reliant Rialto Van

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11 mi
Last recorded11 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 1988 Reliant Rialto Van49,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF961 SMH
MakeReliant
ModelRialto Van
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 11 miles

headlamp mask fitted

Fail 22 Feb 2019 11 miles

Central Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2008

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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F961 SMH is a 1988 Reliant Rialto Van in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Reliant Rialto Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 49,201 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 Van fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F961 SMH, 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 38 years old, this Reliant Rialto Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F961 SMH?

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What year was F961 SMH registered?

F961 SMH is a 1988 Reliant Rialto Van, first registered on 21 November 1988.

Is F961 SMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F961 SMH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F961 SMH have outstanding finance?

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