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NXL 44

1978 Bentley R Type

Green Petrol 4566cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,653 mi
Last recorded68,653 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNXL 44
MakeBentley
ModelR Type
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,566cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 68,653 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 67,449 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 63,228 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 60,726 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 58,664 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 56,934 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 56,091 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 52,466 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 48,522 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 142,716 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 139,174 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 36,787 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 133,599 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 19,992 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 14,942 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 12,215 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight play in both front king pins

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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NXL 44 is a 1978 Bentley R Type in Green with a 4,566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NXL 44, 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 48 years old, this Bentley R Type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NXL 44?

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What year was NXL 44 registered?

NXL 44 is a 1978 Bentley R Type, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is NXL 44 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NXL 44 shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NXL 44 have outstanding finance?

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