3 Model Years Analyzed
Riley Kestrel
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1935-1967), based on 4 DVSA recorded tests.
75%
Average Pass Rate
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Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
1967 Riley Kestrel MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Audible warning inoperative
- 2A tyre seriously damaged
- 3A wheel bearing with excessive play
- 4Brakes imbalance across an axle such that the braking effort from any wheel is less than 70% of the maximum effort recorded from the other wheel on the same axle.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Riley Kestrel?
The Riley Kestrel has an average 75% MOT pass rate across model years 1935 to 1967, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Riley Kestrel?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Riley Kestrel across all years are: audible warning inoperative, a tyre seriously damaged, a wheel bearing with excessive play. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Riley Kestrel year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Riley Kestrel model years.