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HON 259

1948 Riley 1.5 Litre

Black Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,224 mi
Last recorded2,224 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHON 259
MakeRiley
Model1.5 Litre
Year1948
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2013 2,224 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 1,830 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 101,096 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 662 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 103 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 98,950 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 94,575 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 94,918 miles

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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HON 259 is a 1948 Riley 1.5 Litre in Black with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HON 259, 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 78 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 HON 259?

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What year was HON 259 registered?

HON 259 is a 1948 Riley 1.5 Litre, first registered on 10 March 1948.

Is HON 259 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HON 259 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.

Does HON 259 have outstanding finance?

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