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FGW 262

1981 Bentley Saloon

Blue Petrol 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,560 mi
Last recorded67,560 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGW 262
MakeBentley
ModelSaloon
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,250cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2010 67,560 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 67,560 miles

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 29 Dec 2007 67,560 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 67,935 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 67,560 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Saloon?

Based on 1,430 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
574
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 31
brake binding 25
brake recording little or no effort 20
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 18
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FGW 262 is a 1981 Bentley Saloon in Blue with a 4,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Bentley Saloon fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FGW 262, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Saloon typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 45 years old, this Bentley Saloon is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FGW 262?

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What year was FGW 262 registered?

FGW 262 is a 1981 Bentley Saloon, first registered on 9 March 1981.

Is FGW 262 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGW 262 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FGW 262 have outstanding finance?

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