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KFV 137S

1978 Bentley T2

Grey Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

100,374 mi
Last recorded100,374 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 1978 Bentley T297,359 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFV 137S
MakeBentley
ModelT2
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 100,374 miles

oil leak

slight blow on exhaust joint

Pass 24 May 2018 100,162 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 100,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2016 100,054 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Mar 2016 100,054 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect main beam sticking (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect main beam sticking (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 99,983 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 99,893 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 99,762 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 99,051 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 98,089 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jan 2007 96,641 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 96,641 miles

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

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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KFV 137S is a 1978 Bentley T2 in Grey with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KFV 137S, 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

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What year was KFV 137S registered?

KFV 137S is a 1978 Bentley T2, first registered on 17 February 1978.

Is KFV 137S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFV 137S shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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