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HLF 126

1946 Riley 1.5 Litre

Green Petrol 1465cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,251 mi
Last recorded10,251 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLF 126
MakeRiley
Model1.5 Litre
Year1946
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,465cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2012 10,251 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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HLF 126 is a 1946 Riley 1.5 Litre in Green with a 1,465cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HLF 126, 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 80 years old, this Riley 1.5 Litre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of HLF 126?

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What year was HLF 126 registered?

HLF 126 is a 1946 Riley 1.5 Litre, first registered on 6 September 1946.

Is HLF 126 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLF 126 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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