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R611 FGJ

1997 Bentley Turbo

Blue Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,260 mi
Last recorded28,260 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Bentley Turbo60,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR611 FGJ
MakeBentley
ModelTurbo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2017 28,260 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

engine light on indicate a fault

oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2016 28,258 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak steering rack (2.2.D.2e)

oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2015 28,252 miles

Centre Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 28,241 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 28,233 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Jan 2012 28,221 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 26,859 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 26,641 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 26,641 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 24,917 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 24,039 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2006 22,373 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 20,051 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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R611 FGJ 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 92.3%.

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 R611 FGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R611 FGJ registered?

R611 FGJ is a 1997 Bentley Turbo, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R611 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R611 FGJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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