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XYR 168

1959 Riley 1.5

Grey Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,541 mi
Last recorded63,541 miles
Recorded on4 May 2013
Typical for 1959 Riley 1.540,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYR 168
MakeRiley
Model1.5
Year1959
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 May 2013 63,541 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 63,352 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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XYR 168 is a 1959 Riley 1.5 in Grey with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 XYR 168, 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 XYR 168?

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What year was XYR 168 registered?

XYR 168 is a 1959 Riley 1.5, first registered on 25 November 1959.

Is XYR 168 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYR 168 shows 2 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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