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RRB 293E

1974 Riley Elf

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2021
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,467 mi
Last recorded50,467 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRB 293E
MakeRiley
ModelElf
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 Mar 2020 50,467 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 47,203 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 46,599 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 46,332 miles

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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RRB 293E is a 1974 Riley Elf in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RRB 293E, 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 52 years old, this Riley Elf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RRB 293E?

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What year was RRB 293E registered?

RRB 293E is a 1974 Riley Elf, first registered on 2 May 1974.

Is RRB 293E safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRB 293E shows 4 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 RRB 293E have outstanding finance?

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