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BSA 853B

1959 Bentley Unknown

Grey Petrol 6230cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,806 mi
Last recorded17,806 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSA 853B
MakeBentley
ModelUnknown
Year1959
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,230cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2025 17,806 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 17,429 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 13,653 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 13,022 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Unknown?

Based on 765 MOT tests across 413 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
703
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4
parking brake recording little or no effort 3
Headlamp aim too low 3
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BSA 853B is a 1959 Bentley Unknown in Grey with a 6,230cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Bentley Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BSA 853B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 67 years old, this Bentley Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BSA 853B?

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What year was BSA 853B registered?

BSA 853B is a 1959 Bentley Unknown, first registered on 28 November 1959.

Is BSA 853B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSA 853B shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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