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FPA 121

1937 Riley 1.5

Blue Petrol 1479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,751 mi
Last recorded17,751 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPA 121
MakeRiley
Model1.5
Year1937
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,479cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 May 2012 17,751 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 17,496 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 16,724 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 15,532 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 14,582 miles

How Reliable is the Riley 1.5?

Based on 2,111 MOT tests across 292 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
292
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 60
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
brake binding 47
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FPA 121 is a 1937 Riley 1.5 in Blue with a 1,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Riley 1.5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FPA 121, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Riley 1.5 typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 89 years old, this Riley 1.5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FPA 121?

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What year was FPA 121 registered?

FPA 121 is a 1937 Riley 1.5, first registered on 16 February 1937.

Is FPA 121 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPA 121 shows 5 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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