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NOL 939

1953 Bentley R Type

Grey Petrol 4566cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,556 mi
Last recorded79,556 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 1953 Bentley R Type51,308 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOL 939
MakeBentley
ModelR Type
Year1953
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,566cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2021 79,556 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 77,546 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 77,166 miles

Age cracks in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Mar 2010 76,741 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 76,137 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 75,683 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 74,294 miles

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How Reliable is the Bentley R Type?

Based on 987 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 9
Stop lamp not working 8
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 8
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 8
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NOL 939 is a 1953 Bentley R Type in Grey with a 4,566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1953 Bentley R Type models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 51,308 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley R Type fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NOL 939, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley R Type typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 73 years old, this Bentley R Type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NOL 939 registered?

NOL 939 is a 1953 Bentley R Type, first registered on 19 June 1953.

Is NOL 939 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NOL 939 shows 7 tests 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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