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R422 FRW

1997 Bentley Turbo

Blue Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

137,216 mi
Last recorded137,216 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Bentley Turbo60,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR422 FRW
MakeBentley
ModelTurbo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 137,216 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 136,803 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 136,865 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 135,072 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 135,072 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 135,072 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 134,658 miles

park brake efficiency only just above required %

Fail 23 Jul 2013 134,652 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

park brake efficiency only just above required %

Pass 27 Jun 2012 134,138 miles

major oil leak from engine

Pass 22 Jun 2011 132,485 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 118,370 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 92,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 76,089 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 72,981 miles

engine bay covers fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2006 60,085 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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R422 FRW is a 1997 Bentley Turbo in Blue with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R422 FRW, 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 R422 FRW registered?

R422 FRW is a 1997 Bentley Turbo, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R422 FRW safe to buy?

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