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KGW 884A

1963 Riley 1.5

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

49,061 mi
Last recorded49,061 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2017
Typical for 1963 Riley 1.559,338 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGW 884A
MakeRiley
Model1.5
Year1963
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2017 49,061 miles

surface rust to underside

wiper blades split

Fail 4 Feb 2017 49,061 miles

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

surface rust to underside

wiper blades split

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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KGW 884A is a 1963 Riley 1.5 in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1963 Riley 1.5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 59,338 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 1.5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGW 884A, 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 63 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 KGW 884A?

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What year was KGW 884A registered?

KGW 884A is a 1963 Riley 1.5, first registered on 17 September 1963.

Is KGW 884A safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGW 884A 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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