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Black · Petrol · 1947 · 1,496 cc

YSV 309MOT history

YSV 309 is a black petrol Riley first used on 1 Jan 1947. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025 and it has passed 3 of 5 MOT tests, with 40,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2025
Mileage
40,023 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
5
3 passed · 2 failed
Per year
201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YSV 309
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Riley
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
1947
First used
1 Jan 1947
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

YSV 309 was last recorded at 40,023 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,007 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 40,023 miles
  • 2022 – 39,447 miles
  • 2010 – 37,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,023 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front heavy corrosion to door shut not effecting overall security or rigidity of vehicle *STRONG ADVISE*Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front door shut deteriorated not effecting overall security or rigidity of vehicle *STRONG ADVISE*Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear axle stabilizer bar loose axle still secureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnderside/chassis covered in under sillRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

5 tests since 12 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,023 miles (+16)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    40,023 miles
    Test number
    168608847141
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front heavy corrosion to door shut not effecting overall security or rigidity of vehicle *STRONG ADVISE*
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door shut deteriorated not effecting overall security or rigidity of vehicle *STRONG ADVISE*
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle stabilizer bar loose axle still secure
    • AdvisoryUnderside/chassis covered in under sill
  2. Fail40,007 miles (+560)1 dangerous3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,007 miles
    Test number
    656620953857
    • DangerousProp shaft likely to become detached front uj bolts loose (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking carburetor (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front heavy corrosion to door shut not effecting overall security or rigidity of vehicle *STRONG ADVISE*
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door shut deteriorated not effecting overall security or rigidity of vehicle *STRONG ADVISE*
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle stabilizer bar loose axle still secure
    • AdvisoryUnderside/chassis covered in under sill
  3. Pass39,447 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    39,447 miles
    Test number
    383728592203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail39,433 miles (+2,385)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,433 miles
    Test number
    929760875344
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  5. Pass37,048 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,048 miles
    Test number
    133002210079
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about YSV 309

What vehicle is registration YSV 309 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YSV 309 on a black petrol Riley first used on 1 Jan 1947. 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 YSV 309 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on YSV 309 expired on 5 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on YSV 309?
The MOT on YSV 309 expired on 5 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has YSV 309 done?
YSV 309 was recorded at 40,023 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 201 miles a year.
Has YSV 309 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YSV 309 has failed 2 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on YSV 309 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on YSV 309 find?
YSV 309 passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside front heavy corrosion to door shut not effecting overall security or rigidity of vehicle *strong advise*, and 9 more.

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