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SJO 935

1952 Riley 2.5 Litre

Green Other 2443cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1952 Riley 2.5 Litre42,149 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJO 935
MakeRiley
Model2.5 Litre
Year1952
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,443cc

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How Reliable is the Riley 2.5 Litre?

Based on 789 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
327
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 15
Stop lamp not working 12
brake recording little or no effort 12
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12
brake binding 11
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SJO 935 is a 1952 Riley 2.5 Litre in Green with a 2,443cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1952 Riley 2.5 Litre models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 42,149 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 2.5 Litre fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJO 935, 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 74 years old, this Riley 2.5 Litre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of SJO 935?

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What year was SJO 935 registered?

SJO 935 is a 1952 Riley 2.5 Litre, first registered on 8 October 1952.

Is SJO 935 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJO 935 shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJO 935 have outstanding finance?

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