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HUI 898

1998 Bentley Arnage

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

80,713 mi
Last recorded80,713 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Bentley Arnage62,754 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUI 898
MakeBentley
ModelArnage
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 80,713 miles

Rear both rear damper lower bush boots split

all four spring mount nylon seats starting to crack and split

corrosion on brake and suspension pipes

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 24 Jul 2024 80,519 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 80,272 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 80,048 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 79,718 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle and engine bay

Pass 17 Dec 2019 78,544 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 73,133 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 70,998 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 68,160 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 66,336 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 64,355 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 60,752 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 55,842 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 47,054 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 47,054 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 47,022 miles

slight twist in near side rear brake hose

Pass 16 Feb 2010 46,077 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 44,147 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 42,291 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 40,692 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 35,680 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Arnage?

Based on 40,970 MOT tests across 2,393 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
1,349
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 826
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 239
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 229
parking brake recording little or no effort 218
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HUI 898 is a 1998 Bentley Arnage in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Bentley Arnage models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 62,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Arnage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 826 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HUI 898, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Arnage typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Bentley Arnage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HUI 898?

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What year was HUI 898 registered?

HUI 898 is a 1998 Bentley Arnage, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is HUI 898 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUI 898 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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