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UYC 127G

1969 Riley Elf

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,927 mi
Last recorded97,927 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2008
Typical for 1969 Riley Elf46,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYC 127G
MakeRiley
ModelElf
Year1969
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Feb 2008 97,927 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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UYC 127G is a 1969 Riley Elf in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1969 Riley Elf models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 46,954 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 UYC 127G, 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 57 years old, this Riley Elf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UYC 127G registered?

UYC 127G is a 1969 Riley Elf, first registered on 1 April 1969.

Is UYC 127G safe to buy?

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