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HC 5150

1953 Bentley R Type

Blue Petrol 4566cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,024 mi
Last recorded74,024 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1953 Bentley R Type51,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC 5150
MakeBentley
ModelR Type
Year1953
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,566cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2025 74,024 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 72,379 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 70,976 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 70,660 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 70,014 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 68,574 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 67,114 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 66,326 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 65,937 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 65,343 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 64,128 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 63,424 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 62,830 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 61,944 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 61,064 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 60,475 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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HC 5150 is a 1953 Bentley R Type in Blue with a 4,566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 HC 5150, 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 HC 5150 registered?

HC 5150 is a 1953 Bentley R Type, first registered on 20 April 1953.

Is HC 5150 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HC 5150 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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