1928 RILEY 91.1L Petrol

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a clean pass during the most recent inspection on June 3 2024 at 4,744 miles. This result shows no defects or advisories, indicating that the mechanical and structural components remained within acceptable tolerances for operation. The lack of recurring faults across the history suggests a high standard of preservation and protection against the typical degradation seen in vintage machinery. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle of nearly a century, averaging approximately 48 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between the October 2012 test at 2,006 miles and the June 2024 test at 4,744 miles, during which the car covered only 2,738 miles over eleven years. This data suggests long periods of stationary or very limited seasonal use. While this limits mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often introduces risks related to rubber degradation and fluid breakdown that a standard MOT may not fully capture. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of components susceptible to long-term inactivity. Despite the clean MOT history, the tester should check for perished brake hoses, perished suspension bushes, and seized brake calipers that may have seized during the long intervals between use. Structural integrity requires a close look for hidden corrosion in the chassis rails, as low-mileage vehicles often sit in damp environments over decades. The age of the tyres and belts should also be verified to ensure they have not become brittle despite having ample tread depth.