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B569 SDF

1985 Bentley Eight

Silver Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,364 mi
Last recorded126,364 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Bentley Eight95,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB569 SDF
MakeBentley
ModelEight
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 126,364 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 126,336 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 126,336 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2016 126,266 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 126,023 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 125,906 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 125,906 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 125,771 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 125,560 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 124,950 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 124,589 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 124,426 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 122,632 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Eight?

Based on 7,125 MOT tests across 539 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
539
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 540
parking brake recording little or no effort 277
Brake pipe excessively corroded 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 99
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 93
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B569 SDF is a 1985 Bentley Eight in Silver with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1985 Bentley Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 95,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Eight fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B569 SDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Eight typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Bentley Eight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B569 SDF?

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What year was B569 SDF registered?

B569 SDF is a 1985 Bentley Eight, first registered on 28 March 1985.

Is B569 SDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B569 SDF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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