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LFO 874

1953 Riley 1.5 Litre

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

503 mi
Last recorded503 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2012
Typical for 1953 Riley 1.5 Litre39,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFO 874
MakeRiley
Model1.5 Litre
Year1953
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2012 503 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 309 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 17,376 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 17,178 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 17,068 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 16,779 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 16,422 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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LFO 874 is a 1953 Riley 1.5 Litre in Red 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 LFO 874, 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 LFO 874?

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What year was LFO 874 registered?

LFO 874 is a 1953 Riley 1.5 Litre, first registered on 11 May 1953.

Is LFO 874 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFO 874 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 LFO 874 have outstanding finance?

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