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P275 FTV

1997 Bentley Turbo

Blue Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

50,049 mi
Last recorded50,049 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Bentley Turbo60,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP275 FTV
MakeBentley
ModelTurbo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 50,049 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 49,969 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 49,934 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 49,695 miles

front discs worn

steering rack misted

Pass 28 Jun 2011 49,660 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 49,660 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 49,193 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 49,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 48,026 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

both front brake disc outer braking surfaces worn

Pass 26 Oct 2007 46,998 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 23 Oct 2007 46,988 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 44,390 miles

all four tyres tread parishing

Pass 8 Apr 2006 41,524 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Turbo?

Based on 31,416 MOT tests across 2,225 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
799
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,108
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,042
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Brake pipe excessively corroded 407
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 402
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P275 FTV is a 1997 Bentley Turbo in Blue with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Bentley Turbo models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 60,314 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 Turbo fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P275 FTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Turbo typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Bentley Turbo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P275 FTV registered?

P275 FTV is a 1997 Bentley Turbo, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is P275 FTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P275 FTV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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