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GVH 772

1953 Bentley R Type

Black Petrol 4566cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,385 mi
Last recorded39,385 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 1953 Bentley R Type51,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVH 772
MakeBentley
ModelR Type
Year1953
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,566cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2022 39,385 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 36,135 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 35,539 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 35,149 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 34,509 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 33,627 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 32,834 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 31,841 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2006 31,582 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley R Type?

Based on 987 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 9
Stop lamp not working 8
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 8
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 8
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GVH 772 is a 1953 Bentley R Type in Black with a 4,566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Bentley R Type models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 51,308 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley R Type fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GVH 772, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley R Type typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 73 years old, this Bentley R Type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GVH 772 registered?

GVH 772 is a 1953 Bentley R Type, first registered on 26 August 1953.

Is GVH 772 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVH 772 shows 9 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 GVH 772 have outstanding finance?

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