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R440 DTU

1998 Bentley Arnage

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Bentley Arnage62,754 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR440 DTU
MakeBentley
ModelArnage
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025
Pass 1 Oct 2024 82,050 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 82,047 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 82,042 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 82,042 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 81,318 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 81,310 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 81,295 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 81,282 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 80,627 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 80,748 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 80,208 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 80,005 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 79,364 miles

air bag warning light on

Pass 16 Nov 2010 78,526 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 78,526 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 76,540 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 72,421 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 71,340 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 71,340 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 69,587 miles

rear tyres 2mm

Pass 12 Apr 2006 63,860 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Arnage?

Based on 40,970 MOT tests across 2,393 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
1,349
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
2,393
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 826
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 239
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 229
parking brake recording little or no effort 218
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R440 DTU is a 1998 Bentley Arnage in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Bentley Arnage models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 62,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Arnage fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 826 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R440 DTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Arnage typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Bentley Arnage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R440 DTU?

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What year was R440 DTU registered?

R440 DTU is a 1998 Bentley Arnage, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R440 DTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R440 DTU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R440 DTU have outstanding finance?

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