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OAD 719

1954 Bentley R Type

Black Petrol 4556cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,635 mi
Last recorded10,635 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 1954 Bentley R Type50,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAD 719
MakeBentley
ModelR Type
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,556cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2022 10,635 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 8,087 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 8,006 miles

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the front (1.4.C.1b)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm arm does not show an amber light to the rear (1.4.C.1b)

Nearside Semaphore indicator arm does not extend smoothly (1.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 7,965 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 7,737 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 7,737 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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OAD 719 is a 1954 Bentley R Type in Black with a 4,556cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1954 Bentley R Type models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 50,007 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OAD 719, 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 72 years old, this Bentley R Type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OAD 719 registered?

OAD 719 is a 1954 Bentley R Type, first registered on 15 July 1954.

Is OAD 719 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAD 719 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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