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KGF 148A

1961 Bentley S2

Grey Petrol 6230cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

89,016 mi
Last recorded89,016 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1961 Bentley S241,664 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGF 148A
MakeBentley
ModelS2
Year1961
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,230cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 89,016 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 89,016 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 89,019 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 89,019 miles

Front front wipers slightly smearing screen

Fail 26 Jul 2017 89,016 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 89,016 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 89,016 miles

front wipers smearing screen slightly.

Fail 22 Apr 2015 89,016 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 89,016 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 89,017 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 89,017 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

How Reliable is the Bentley S2?

Based on 1,066 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 35
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 21
brake recording little or no effort 21
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 20
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KGF 148A is a 1961 Bentley S2 in Grey with a 6,230cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1961 Bentley S2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 41,664 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 S2 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KGF 148A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley S2 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 65 years old, this Bentley S2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KGF 148A?

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What year was KGF 148A registered?

KGF 148A is a 1961 Bentley S2, first registered on 1 March 1961.

Is KGF 148A safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGF 148A shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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