MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
59,760 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Riley 2.5 Litre?
Based on 789 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KOB 50 is a 1949 Riley 2.5 Litre in Blue with a 2,443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1949 Riley 2.5 Litre models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.3% with a typical mileage of 37,616 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Riley 2.5 Litre fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KOB 50, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Riley 2.5 Litre typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 77 years old, this Riley 2.5 Litre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of KOB 50?
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What year was KOB 50 registered?
KOB 50 is a 1949 Riley 2.5 Litre, first registered on 20 September 1949.
Is KOB 50 safe to buy?
The MOT history for KOB 50 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 KOB 50 have outstanding finance?
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