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318 LJO

1961 Riley 1.5

Black Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

76,963 mi
Last recorded76,963 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1961 Riley 1.544,953 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration318 LJO
MakeRiley
Model1.5
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 76,963 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 76,829 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 76,598 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 76,321 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 76,170 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 76,170 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 75,983 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 75,834 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 75,587 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 75,321 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 75,140 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 74,985 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 74,762 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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318 LJO is a 1961 Riley 1.5 in Black with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1961 Riley 1.5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 44,953 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 318 LJO, 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 65 years old, this Riley 1.5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 318 LJO?

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What year was 318 LJO registered?

318 LJO is a 1961 Riley 1.5, first registered on 7 June 1961.

Is 318 LJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 318 LJO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 318 LJO have outstanding finance?

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