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BGC 510

1984 Riley Lynx

Blue Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,211 mi
Last recorded65,211 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGC 510
MakeRiley
ModelLynx
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2012 65,211 miles

How Reliable is the Riley Lynx?

Based on 700 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

95.1%
Pass Rate
555
Miles/Year
93
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 7
Stop lamp not working 5
Headlamp not working on main beam 4
wheel bearing has excessive play 3
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3
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BGC 510 is a 1984 Riley Lynx in Blue with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Riley Lynx fails its MOT is axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGC 510, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Riley Lynx typically stays on UK roads for around 93 years. At 42 years old, this Riley Lynx is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BGC 510?

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What year was BGC 510 registered?

BGC 510 is a 1984 Riley Lynx, first registered on 1 July 1984.

Is BGC 510 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGC 510 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BGC 510 have outstanding finance?

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