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DXA 923

1937 Riley Lynx

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,580 mi
Last recorded3,580 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 1937 Riley Lynx28,113 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXA 923
MakeRiley
ModelLynx
Year1937
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 3,580 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 3,052 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 2,238 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2010 2,238 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2009 1,222 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 337 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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DXA 923 is a 1937 Riley Lynx in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1937 Riley Lynx models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.8% with a typical mileage of 28,113 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 DXA 923, 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 89 years old, this Riley Lynx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DXA 923?

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What year was DXA 923 registered?

DXA 923 is a 1937 Riley Lynx, first registered on 2 March 1937.

Is DXA 923 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXA 923 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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