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WYJ 966

1952 Riley 1.5

Maroon Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,123 mi
Last recorded15,123 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYJ 966
MakeRiley
Model1.5
Year1952
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2012 15,123 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 151,123 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 14,724 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 13,904 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 31 Jul 2010 13,904 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 12,981 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 12,182 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 11,111 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 10,454 miles

How Reliable is the Riley 1.5?

Based on 2,111 MOT tests across 292 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
292
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 62
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 60
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
brake binding 47
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WYJ 966 is a 1952 Riley 1.5 in Maroon with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Riley 1.5 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WYJ 966, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Riley 1.5 typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 74 years old, this Riley 1.5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WYJ 966?

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What year was WYJ 966 registered?

WYJ 966 is a 1952 Riley 1.5, first registered on 3 April 1952.

Is WYJ 966 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYJ 966 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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