MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
84,261 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Riley 2.5 Litre?
Based on 789 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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NYL 396 is a 1953 Riley 2.5 Litre in Black with a 2,443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1953 Riley 2.5 Litre models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 54,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Riley 2.5 Litre fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NYL 396, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Riley 2.5 Litre typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 73 years old, this Riley 2.5 Litre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of NYL 396?
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What year was NYL 396 registered?
NYL 396 is a 1953 Riley 2.5 Litre, first registered on 29 July 1953.
Is NYL 396 safe to buy?
The MOT history for NYL 396 shows 12 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 NYL 396 have outstanding finance?
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