MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
84,820 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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How Reliable is the Riley 2.5 Litre?
Based on 789 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.
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982 XUL is a 1953 Riley 2.5 Litre in Black with a 2,443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1953 Riley 2.5 Litre models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 54,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Riley 2.5 Litre fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 982 XUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Riley 2.5 Litre typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 73 years old, this Riley 2.5 Litre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of 982 XUL?
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What year was 982 XUL registered?
982 XUL is a 1953 Riley 2.5 Litre, first registered on 2 February 1953.
Is 982 XUL safe to buy?
The MOT history for 982 XUL shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 982 XUL have outstanding finance?
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