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GIL 351

1997 Bentley Turbo

Blue Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,515 mi
Last recorded54,515 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Bentley Turbo60,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 351
MakeBentley
ModelTurbo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 54,515 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 53,939 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 53,115 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 51,220 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 48,347 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 46,650 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 46,019 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 45,876 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 44,673 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 44,439 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 44,282 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 44,237 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 43,753 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 43,438 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 43,199 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 42,684 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 42,266 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 41,343 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 40,041 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Turbo?

Based on 31,416 MOT tests across 2,225 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
799
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,108
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,042
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Brake pipe excessively corroded 407
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 402
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GIL 351 is a 1997 Bentley Turbo in Blue with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Bentley Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 60,314 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Turbo fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GIL 351, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Bentley Turbo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GIL 351?

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What year was GIL 351 registered?

GIL 351 is a 1997 Bentley Turbo, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is GIL 351 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 351 shows 19 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 GIL 351 have outstanding finance?

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