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MIB 778

1988 Bentley Mulsanne

Blue Lpg 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

87,195 mi
Last recorded87,195 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 1988 Bentley Mulsanne77,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIB 778
MakeBentley
ModelMulsanne
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 87,195 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 87,056 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 86,101 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 84,611 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 82,467 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 81,309 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 79,214 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 79,214 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 72,722 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 70,804 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 70,518 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 70,417 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 70,384 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 69,891 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 66,884 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 66,884 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2006 66,250 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Mulsanne?

Based on 15,955 MOT tests across 1,697 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,137
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,697
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 628
parking brake recording little or no effort 292
Brake pipe excessively corroded 141
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 123
position lamp(s) not working 113
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MIB 778 is a 1988 Bentley Mulsanne in Blue with a 6,750cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1988 Bentley Mulsanne models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 77,370 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Mulsanne fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 628 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MIB 778, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Mulsanne typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 38 years old, this Bentley Mulsanne is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MIB 778 registered?

MIB 778 is a 1988 Bentley Mulsanne, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is MIB 778 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIB 778 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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