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OPD 61D

1984 Riley Elf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

149 mi
Last recorded149 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPD 61D
MakeRiley
ModelElf
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 149 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 99,706 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 20 Oct 2022 99,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 99,064 miles

Nearside Rear wheel - brake binding.

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2017 98,982 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 98,982 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings jacking point (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 98,939 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 98,939 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 98,854 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 98,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 98,670 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 98,670 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 98,603 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 97,944 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 97,467 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 96,877 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 96,839 miles

Oil leak

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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OPD 61D is a 1984 Riley Elf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 OPD 61D, 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 42 years old, this Riley Elf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OPD 61D?

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What year was OPD 61D registered?

OPD 61D is a 1984 Riley Elf, first registered on 12 April 1984.

Is OPD 61D safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPD 61D shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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