MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
63,541 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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How Reliable is the Riley 1.5?
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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.
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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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