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MTK 245

1959 Riley 1.5

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,209 mi
Last recorded72,209 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2012
Typical for 1959 Riley 1.540,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTK 245
MakeRiley
Model1.5
Year1959
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2012 72,209 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 71,283 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 70,649 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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MTK 245 is a 1959 Riley 1.5 in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Riley 1.5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 40,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MTK 245, 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 67 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 MTK 245?

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What year was MTK 245 registered?

MTK 245 is a 1959 Riley 1.5, first registered on 11 March 1959.

Is MTK 245 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTK 245 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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