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C624 TJM

1986 Bentley Eight

Black Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

169,394 mi
Last recorded169,394 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 1986 Bentley Eight90,734 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC624 TJM
MakeBentley
ModelEight
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 169,394 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most brake pipes are coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front anti roll bar D mount not correctly fitted

Nearside Rear Rear of outer sill has corrosion

Offside Front Inner rear facing bush showing signs of deterioration

Offside fuel line corroded

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated All rear flexi hoses are showing signs of deterioration (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear both rear suspension units are damp

Fail 10 May 2021 169,394 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp insecure both outer head lamps insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment Causing hand brake pads to be insecure and lever assembly is touching the inner wheel weight (1.1.15 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner rear sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both rear Chassis areas in front of rear coil springs badly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Front Suspension pipe damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected left to right pipe is badly corroded under radiator (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension pipe damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected Suspension pipe that goes to the bleed nipple on the off side rear is badly corroded (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension pipe damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected corroded (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most brake pipes are coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front anti roll bar D mount not correctly fitted

Nearside Rear Rear of outer sill has corrosion

Offside Front Inner rear facing bush showing signs of deterioration

Offside fuel line corroded

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated All rear flexi hoses are showing signs of deterioration (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear both rear suspension units are damp

Pass 8 Feb 2020 169,394 miles

Offside Rear Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2015 169,371 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 169,371 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 169,338 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 167,706 miles

general underbody corrosion ns rack boot perished hand brake readings low

Pass 12 Oct 2010 166,216 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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C624 TJM is a 1986 Bentley Eight in Black with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1986 Bentley Eight models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 90,734 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 Eight fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 540 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C624 TJM, 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 40 years old, this Bentley Eight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C624 TJM registered?

C624 TJM is a 1986 Bentley Eight, first registered on 6 June 1986.

Is C624 TJM safe to buy?

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