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BAV 917T

1979 Bentley T2

Gold Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,057 mi
Last recorded95,057 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 1979 Bentley T293,445 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAV 917T
MakeBentley
ModelT2
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 95,057 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 95,057 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2015 94,853 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 93,445 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres showing signs of cracking

handbrake poor

n/s/f tyre outer edge

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 8 May 2013 92,750 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all shocks weak and slight leak

all suspension rubbers worn

Pass 2 Sep 2010 91,310 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 91,272 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

handbrake cable rubbing n/s/r

inner track rod end split pin missing

Pass 15 Oct 2008 90,204 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 89,231 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 88,996 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley T2?

Based on 1,298 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 73
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 40
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 31
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 23
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BAV 917T is a 1979 Bentley T2 in Gold with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Bentley T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 93,445 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley T2 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAV 917T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this Bentley T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BAV 917T registered?

BAV 917T is a 1979 Bentley T2, first registered on 27 February 1979.

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