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HYM 837C

1965 Riley Elf

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

58,722 mi
Last recorded58,722 miles
Recorded on14 May 2018
Typical for 1965 Riley Elf34,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYM 837C
MakeRiley
ModelElf
Year1965
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2018 58,722 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 57,578 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 57,563 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2016 56,685 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 55,599 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 55,593 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2014 55,054 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 53,998 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 52,954 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 51,828 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 49,902 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 48,704 miles

1/ rear fuel pump appears damp no leak at time of test

Pass 13 May 2008 47,329 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 46,252 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 44,354 miles

How Reliable is the Riley Elf?

Based on 5,039 MOT tests across 664 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
258
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
664
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 237
brake recording little or no effort 224
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 208
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 178
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 167
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HYM 837C is a 1965 Riley Elf in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1965 Riley Elf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 34,175 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Riley Elf fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HYM 837C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Riley Elf typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this Riley Elf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HYM 837C?

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What year was HYM 837C registered?

HYM 837C is a 1965 Riley Elf, first registered on 3 December 1965.

Is HYM 837C safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYM 837C shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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