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BML 144

1956 Bentley S1

Blue Petrol 4887cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

62,766 mi
Last recorded62,766 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2009
Typical for 1956 Bentley S146,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBML 144
MakeBentley
ModelS1
Year1956
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,887cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2009 62,766 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

slight binding nearside front brake

Pass 18 Aug 2009 62,766 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

slight binding nearside front brake

Pass 31 Jul 2008 62,693 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2008 62,693 miles

Nearside Front wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2007 62,610 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 62,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Brake rod locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 61,056 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley S1?

Based on 1,012 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
416
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
brake binding 17
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13
brake recording little or no effort 12
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10
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BML 144 is a 1956 Bentley S1 in Blue with a 4,887cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1956 Bentley S1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 46,864 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 S1 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BML 144, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley S1 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 70 years old, this Bentley S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BML 144 registered?

BML 144 is a 1956 Bentley S1, first registered on 23 July 1956.

Is BML 144 safe to buy?

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