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DPN 558C

1965 Riley Elf

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

949 mi
Last recorded949 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 1965 Riley Elf34,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPN 558C
MakeRiley
ModelElf
Year1965
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2019 949 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 2 miles

How Reliable is the Riley Elf?

Based on 5,039 MOT tests across 664 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
664
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 237
brake recording little or no effort 224
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 208
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 178
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 167
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DPN 558C is a 1965 Riley Elf in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Riley Elf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 34,175 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Riley Elf fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DPN 558C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Riley Elf typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this Riley Elf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DPN 558C?

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What year was DPN 558C registered?

DPN 558C is a 1965 Riley Elf, first registered on 1 April 1965.

Is DPN 558C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPN 558C shows 2 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 DPN 558C have outstanding finance?

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