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KXE 172

1949 Bentley MK6

Green Petrol 4257cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,824 mi
Last recorded76,824 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2005
Typical for 1949 Bentley MK661,243 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKXE 172
MakeBentley
ModelMK6
Year1949
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,257cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2005 76,824 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Bentley MK6?

Based on 812 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
398
Miles/Year
78
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 10
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 7
brake recording little or no effort 7
Stop lamp not working 7
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KXE 172 is a 1949 Bentley MK6 in Green with a 4,257cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1949 Bentley MK6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 61,243 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley MK6 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KXE 172, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley MK6 typically stays on UK roads for around 78 years. At 77 years old, this Bentley MK6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KXE 172 registered?

KXE 172 is a 1949 Bentley MK6, first registered on 6 September 1949.

Is KXE 172 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KXE 172 shows 1 test 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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