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CXY 68

1936 Riley Lynx

Grey Petrol 1479cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,695 mi
Last recorded71,695 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2010
Typical for 1936 Riley Lynx15,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCXY 68
MakeRiley
ModelLynx
Year1936
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,479cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2010 71,695 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 71,695 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 71,240 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 71,085 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 71,085 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2007 70,102 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 68,304 miles

How Reliable is the Riley Lynx?

Based on 700 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

95.1%
Pass Rate
555
Miles/Year
93
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 7
Stop lamp not working 5
Headlamp not working on main beam 4
wheel bearing has excessive play 3
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3
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CXY 68 is a 1936 Riley Lynx in Grey with a 1,479cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1936 Riley Lynx models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.7% with a typical mileage of 15,104 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Riley Lynx fails its MOT is axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CXY 68, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Riley Lynx typically stays on UK roads for around 93 years. At 90 years old, this Riley Lynx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CXY 68?

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What year was CXY 68 registered?

CXY 68 is a 1936 Riley Lynx, first registered on 10 June 1936.

Is CXY 68 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CXY 68 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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