1950 RILEY RM2.4L Petrol

The Riley RM passed its most recent MOT on 1 December 2023 at 30,985 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a stable maintenance trend and a roadworthy status at that time. The single clean test result shows no worsening or recurring faults across the available history. The recorded mileage of 30,985 miles against a 1950 build date equates to roughly 408 miles per year, confirming exceptionally light use for a 76-year-old vehicle. The DVSA record contains only the December 2023 entry at that exact figure, with no earlier tests supplied; the sparse data prevents assessment of rapid accumulation or standing gaps, though the low annual average suggests prolonged storage periods rather than daily operation. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of structural integrity and corrosion on the chassis and outriggers, as 76-year-old bodywork can degrade without MOT-flagged evidence. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake hydraulics warrant physical checks given the age, even though the tester logged no advisories in the December 2023 examination. Verify the odometer reading against the V5C and service paperwork to confirm the 30,985 miles is genuine. Drivetrain oil, fuel lines, and exhaust emissions systems should be assessed for deterioration from long-term inactivity before road use.