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DMP 475

1936 Riley 1.5 Litre

Green Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,538 mi
Last recorded57,538 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMP 475
MakeRiley
Model1.5 Litre
Year1936
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2012 57,538 miles

slight play to king pins and steering joints

Pass 1 Jul 2011 57,375 miles

some wear to king pins and steering joints

Pass 1 Jul 2010 57,263 miles

Brake clevis joint worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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DMP 475 is a 1936 Riley 1.5 Litre in Green with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DMP 475, 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 90 years old, this Riley 1.5 Litre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DMP 475 registered?

DMP 475 is a 1936 Riley 1.5 Litre, first registered on 31 March 1936.

Is DMP 475 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMP 475 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 DMP 475 have outstanding finance?

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