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HVX 786T

1979 Bentley Series II

Grey Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

45,870 mi
Last recorded45,870 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2021
Typical for 1979 Bentley Series II84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVX 786T
MakeBentley
ModelSeries II
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2021 45,870 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 45,222 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 45,210 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 45,174 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 45,174 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 45,103 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 45,048 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 45,031 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 45,020 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 44,961 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 44,741 miles

stored car

Pass 28 Feb 2008 44,322 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 41,582 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 39,293 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Series II?

Based on 1,567 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
441
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37
brake binding 34
parking brake recording little or no effort 33
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 30
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HVX 786T is a 1979 Bentley Series II in Grey with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1979 Bentley Series II models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 84,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Series II fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVX 786T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Series II typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 47 years old, this Bentley Series II is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HVX 786T?

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What year was HVX 786T registered?

HVX 786T is a 1979 Bentley Series II, first registered on 22 January 1979.

Is HVX 786T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVX 786T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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