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DRN 937

1951 Riley 2.5 Litre

Black Petrol 2443cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,352 mi
Last recorded70,352 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 1951 Riley 2.5 Litre53,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRN 937
MakeRiley
Model2.5 Litre
Year1951
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,443cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2017 70,352 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 69,776 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 69,461 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 68,998 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 68,788 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 68,122 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 70,360 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 69,911 miles

How Reliable is the Riley 2.5 Litre?

Based on 789 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
327
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 15
Stop lamp not working 12
brake recording little or no effort 12
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
brake binding 11
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DRN 937 is a 1951 Riley 2.5 Litre in Black with a 2,443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1951 Riley 2.5 Litre models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 53,625 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Riley 2.5 Litre fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRN 937, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Riley 2.5 Litre typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 75 years old, this Riley 2.5 Litre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DRN 937?

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What year was DRN 937 registered?

DRN 937 is a 1951 Riley 2.5 Litre, first registered on 20 February 1951.

Is DRN 937 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRN 937 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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