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PWJ 745

1982 Riley 1.5 Litre

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,375 mi
Last recorded16,375 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWJ 745
MakeRiley
Model1.5 Litre
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2012 16,375 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 76,554 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 1,112 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 591 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 259 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 99,613 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 99,074 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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PWJ 745 is a 1982 Riley 1.5 Litre in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PWJ 745, 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 44 years old, this Riley 1.5 Litre is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PWJ 745?

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What year was PWJ 745 registered?

PWJ 745 is a 1982 Riley 1.5 Litre, first registered on 4 March 1982.

Is PWJ 745 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWJ 745 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 PWJ 745 have outstanding finance?

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