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CTS 197

1980 Riley 1.5 Litre

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,468 mi
Last recorded9,468 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTS 197
MakeRiley
Model1.5 Litre
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 9,468 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2016 9,466 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 9,447 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 9,402 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 9,237 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 9,195 miles

How Reliable is the Riley 1.5 Litre?

Based on 1,865 MOT tests across 303 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
346
Miles/Year
79
Year Lifespan
303
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 55
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 33
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29
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CTS 197 is a 1980 Riley 1.5 Litre in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Riley 1.5 Litre fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CTS 197, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Riley 1.5 Litre typically stays on UK roads for around 79 years. At 46 years old, this Riley 1.5 Litre is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CTS 197 registered?

CTS 197 is a 1980 Riley 1.5 Litre, first registered on 18 April 1980.

Is CTS 197 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTS 197 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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