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217 UXJ

1961 Bentley S2

Silver Petrol 6230cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,739 mi
Last recorded40,739 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 1961 Bentley S241,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration217 UXJ
MakeBentley
ModelS2
Year1961
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,230cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 40,739 miles

n/s and o/s rear corrosion on inner and outer sill

Fail 25 Nov 2022 40,738 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

n/s and o/s rear corrosion on inner and outer sill

Pass 21 Oct 2021 40,521 miles

Offside Rear corrosion around n/s/r arch area

Fail 21 Oct 2021 40,521 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear corrosion around n/s/r arch area

Pass 19 Oct 2020 40,254 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 40,080 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 39,587 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 39,284 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 38,168 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 36,094 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 35,526 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 34,521 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 34,462 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 34,247 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2009 34,016 miles

front brakes binding slightly.

repairs carried out around n/s rear body mounting heavily painted making a full check impossible.

Pass 19 Apr 2008 33,460 miles

large areas of corrosion on chassis rails and n/s rear cross menber , around body mounting

Fail 28 Mar 2008 33,455 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

chassis legs and floor pans showing large areas of surface rust

o/s/front fog lamp insecure

Pass 2 May 2007 33,017 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 33,017 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

off side front body to chassis mount bush in poor condition.

rear floor corroding in places.

Pass 20 Jan 2006 32,147 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley S2?

Based on 1,066 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 35
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 21
brake recording little or no effort 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
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217 UXJ is a 1961 Bentley S2 in Silver with a 6,230cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1961 Bentley S2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 41,664 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Bentley S2 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 217 UXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley S2 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 65 years old, this Bentley S2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 217 UXJ registered?

217 UXJ is a 1961 Bentley S2, first registered on 1 June 1961.

Is 217 UXJ safe to buy?

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