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GVF 938T

1978 Bentley T2

Green Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

92,915 mi
Last recorded92,915 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 Bentley T297,359 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVF 938T
MakeBentley
ModelT2
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 92,915 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 92,912 miles

Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 92,883 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 92,487 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 90,899 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 89,938 miles

Oil leak

slight play at nearside rear wheel

Fail 21 Jul 2015 89,911 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil and oil leaks

Pass 21 Jul 2014 88,822 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 88,822 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 87,833 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 May 2012 84,350 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 May 2012 84,346 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 83,498 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r fog lamp not working but car too old to require one

Fail 30 Mar 2011 83,498 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r fog lamp not working but car too old to require one

Pass 15 Dec 2009 82,351 miles

Oil leak

Washer jets out of adjustment

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Wiper blade mountings worn

Pass 9 Sep 2008 81,168 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 76,829 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 73,355 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 73,355 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Bentley T2?

Based on 1,298 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 73
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 40
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 31
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 23
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GVF 938T is a 1978 Bentley T2 in Green with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1978 Bentley T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 97,359 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 T2 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GVF 938T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Bentley T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GVF 938T?

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What year was GVF 938T registered?

GVF 938T is a 1978 Bentley T2, first registered on 20 October 1978.

Is GVF 938T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVF 938T shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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