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DGF 983

1936 Riley Lynx

White Petrol 1479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,622 mi
Last recorded3,622 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2011
Typical for 1936 Riley Lynx15,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGF 983
MakeRiley
ModelLynx
Year1936
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,479cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2011 3,622 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 3,622 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 1,010 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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DGF 983 is a 1936 Riley Lynx in White with a 1,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1936 Riley Lynx models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.7% with a typical mileage of 15,104 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DGF 983, 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 90 years old, this Riley Lynx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DGF 983 registered?

DGF 983 is a 1936 Riley Lynx, first registered on 25 September 1936.

Is DGF 983 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGF 983 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DGF 983 have outstanding finance?

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