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LCR 538

1953 Riley 1.5 Litre

Black Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,413 mi
Last recorded60,413 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1953 Riley 1.5 Litre39,474 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLCR 538
MakeRiley
Model1.5 Litre
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2012 60,413 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 59,364 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 58,492 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 57,523 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 56,147 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 54,542 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 53,450 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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LCR 538 is a 1953 Riley 1.5 Litre in Black with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Riley 1.5 Litre models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 39,474 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LCR 538, 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 73 years old, this Riley 1.5 Litre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LCR 538?

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What year was LCR 538 registered?

LCR 538 is a 1953 Riley 1.5 Litre, first registered on 15 May 1953.

Is LCR 538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LCR 538 shows 7 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 LCR 538 have outstanding finance?

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