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MUI 2501

1988 Bentley Mulsanne

Blue Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

186,861 mi
Last recorded186,861 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Bentley Mulsanne77,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUI 2501
MakeBentley
ModelMulsanne
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 186,861 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear DIF SLIGHTLY SEEPAGE OF FLUID

Pass 22 May 2025 186,687 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 188,638 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 May 2023 185,825 miles

Offside Rear Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 183,798 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 182,443 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2019 178,063 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 174,741 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Apr 2018 174,708 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2017 169,114 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2016 16,297 miles

Slight Oil Leak

Pass 28 Nov 2014 157,533 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2013 151,953 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 147,111 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 140,277 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 131,889 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 124,692 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2008 117,971 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 112,041 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 106,690 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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MUI 2501 is a 1988 Bentley Mulsanne in Blue with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 MUI 2501, 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

How do I check the history of MUI 2501?

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What year was MUI 2501 registered?

MUI 2501 is a 1988 Bentley Mulsanne, first registered on 7 September 1988.

Is MUI 2501 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MUI 2501 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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