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ASJ 807

1971 Riley 1.5

Blue Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,443 mi
Last recorded86,443 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASJ 807
MakeRiley
Model1.5
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 86,443 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 7,479 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 3,177 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 3,112 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 3,102 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight corrosion nearside front chassis rail

Pass 5 Apr 2008 2,651 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 2,194 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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ASJ 807 is a 1971 Riley 1.5 in Blue with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ASJ 807, 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 55 years old, this Riley 1.5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ASJ 807?

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What year was ASJ 807 registered?

ASJ 807 is a 1971 Riley 1.5, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is ASJ 807 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASJ 807 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ASJ 807 have outstanding finance?

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