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OSU 948

1955 Bentley S1

Grey Petrol 4881cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

1,831 mi
Last recorded1,831 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 948
MakeBentley
ModelS1
Year1955
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,881cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 1,831 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 1,729 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 890 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 99,158 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 89,602 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 88,380 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 88,089 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 87,774 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 87,333 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 87,056 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 86,905 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 86,669 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 86,577 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 86,057 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 86,002 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 85,861 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 84,894 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley S1?

Based on 1,012 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
416
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
brake binding 17
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13
brake recording little or no effort 12
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10
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OSU 948 is a 1955 Bentley S1 in Grey with a 4,881cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

The most common reason a Bentley S1 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OSU 948, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley S1 typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 71 years old, this Bentley S1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OSU 948?

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What year was OSU 948 registered?

OSU 948 is a 1955 Bentley S1, first registered on 31 December 1955.

Is OSU 948 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSU 948 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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