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Riley Merlin

White · Petrol · 1936 · 1,056 cc

FV 7818MOT history

FV 7818 is a white petrol Riley Merlin first used on 31 Jul 1936. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 35,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
35,889 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FV 7818
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Riley
Model
Merlin
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,056 cc
Year of manufacture
1936
First used
31 Jul 1936
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FV 7818 was last recorded at 35,889 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jun 2024: 35,480 miles, lower than 38,225 miles on 20 Jul 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
35,832 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,889 miles
  • 2025 – 35,832 miles
  • 2024 – 35,480 miles
  • 2023 – 38,225 miles
  • 2021 – 34,657 miles
  • 2020 – 34,636 miles
  • 2019 – 34,523 miles
  • 2018 – 34,004 miles
  • 2017 – 33,511 miles
  • 2016 – 32,819 miles
  • 2015 – 32,112 miles
  • 2014 – 31,349 miles
  • 2013 – 30,201 miles
  • 2012 – 29,553 miles
  • 2011 – 28,504 miles
  • 2010 – 27,607 miles
  • 2009 – 26,484 miles
  • 2008 – 25,766 miles
  • 2007 – 24,559 miles
  • 2006 – 23,548 miles
  • 2005 – 22,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,889 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive half shaft

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Fuel tank leaking

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,889 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    35,889 miles
    Test number
    373684212066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass35,832 miles (+352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    35,832 miles
    Test number
    163721524236
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass35,480 miles (-2,745)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    35,480 miles
    Test number
    471420609025
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass38,225 miles (+3,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    38,225 miles
    Test number
    429253160703
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass34,657 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    34,657 miles
    Test number
    292085414535
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive half shaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass34,636 miles (+113)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    34,636 miles
    Test number
    852625846392
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive half shaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass34,523 miles (+519)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    34,523 miles
    Test number
    818722899178
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass34,004 miles (+493)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    34,004 miles
    Test number
    669404399934
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Damper unit connecting rod bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass33,511 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    33,511 miles
    Test number
    951057657517
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear differential and both rear hubs leaking oil.

  10. Fail33,511 miles (+692)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,511 miles
    Test number
    241226951417
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear differential and both rear hubs leaking oil.

  11. Pass32,819 miles (+707)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    32,819 miles
    Test number
    966217720084
    • AdvisoryNearside front suspension unit link worn
    • AdvisoryNearside rear luggage compartment area deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear luggage compartment area deteriorated

  12. Pass32,112 miles (+763)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    32,112 miles
    Test number
    336744105207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake clevis joint worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front and rear service brakes.
    • NoteOil leak on rear differential and hub oil seals

  13. Pass31,349 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    31,349 miles
    Test number
    796708494189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear axle hub oil seals leaking

  14. Fail31,346 miles (+1,145)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,346 miles
    Test number
    658831494149
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureMechanical brake component locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear axle hub oil seals leaking
    • NoteRear propshaft joint worn

  15. Fail30,201 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,201 miles
    Test number
    279408593128
    • Repaired at testElectrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteOffside rear corner of luggage area weak

  16. Pass30,201 miles (+648)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    30,201 miles
    Test number
    666258993116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteOffside rear corner of luggage area weak

  17. Pass29,553 miles (+1,049)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    29,553 miles
    Test number
    648384412266
    • AdvisoryBrake linkage worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteNearside lower sill corroded,inner and outer.
    • NoteNearside rear corner of luggage area holed

  18. Pass28,504 miles (+897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,504 miles
    Test number
    298974091490
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass27,607 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,607 miles
    Test number
    533823620217
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside front wheel arch slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside rear lower sill weak

  20. Fail27,606 miles (+1,122)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,606 miles
    Test number
    501471920225
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside front wheel arch slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside rear lower sill weak

  21. Pass26,484 miles (+718)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    26,484 miles
    Test number
    764951499130
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth sides sills getting corroded
    • NotePropshaft nuts missing split pins.
    • NoteRear boot area corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting slightly loose
    • NoteSlight leaks on rear axle seals
    • NoteSlight wear on footbrake and handbrake pivots and joints.

  22. Pass25,766 miles (+1,207)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,766 miles
    Test number
    891401828236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,559 miles (+1,011)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    24,559 miles
    Test number
    171357287188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,548 miles (+1,001)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    23,548 miles
    Test number
    761524296123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    22,547 miles
    Test number
    262144195129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FV 7818

What vehicle is registration FV 7818 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FV 7818 on a white petrol Riley Merlin first used on 31 Jul 1936. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does FV 7818 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FV 7818 is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on FV 7818?
The MOT on FV 7818 is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FV 7818 done?
FV 7818 was recorded at 35,889 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 637 miles a year.
Has FV 7818 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FV 7818 has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on FV 7818 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jun 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on FV 7818 find?
FV 7818 passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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