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238 FDM

1963 Riley 1.5

Red Other 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2021
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,562 mi
Last recorded53,562 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 1963 Riley 1.559,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration238 FDM
MakeRiley
Model1.5
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2019 53,562 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 53,340 miles

How Reliable is the Riley 1.5?

Based on 2,111 MOT tests across 292 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
292
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 60
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
brake binding 47
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238 FDM is a 1963 Riley 1.5 in Red with a 1,489cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Riley 1.5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 59,338 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Riley 1.5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 238 FDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Riley 1.5 typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 63 years old, this Riley 1.5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 238 FDM?

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What year was 238 FDM registered?

238 FDM is a 1963 Riley 1.5, first registered on 25 April 1963.

Is 238 FDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 238 FDM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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