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VJ 9040

1936 Riley Lynx

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,562 mi
Last recorded14,562 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 1936 Riley Lynx15,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJ 9040
MakeRiley
ModelLynx
Year1936
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 14,562 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 14,441 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 14,297 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 12,415 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 11,374 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 11,374 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 10,113 miles

exhaust rubber perished towards rear of system

Pass 28 Jul 2006 8,702 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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VJ 9040 is a 1936 Riley Lynx in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VJ 9040, 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 VJ 9040?

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What year was VJ 9040 registered?

VJ 9040 is a 1936 Riley Lynx, first registered on 31 July 1936.

Is VJ 9040 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJ 9040 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VJ 9040 have outstanding finance?

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