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SGK 556V

1979 Bentley Series II

Maroon Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,015 mi
Last recorded59,015 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 1979 Bentley Series II84,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGK 556V
MakeBentley
ModelSeries II
Year1979
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 59,015 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 59,015 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 59,015 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system central on union near inner sill. (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2011 58,941 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 58,935 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 58,910 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 58,872 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Series II?

Based on 1,567 MOT tests across 172 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
441
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
172
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37
brake binding 34
parking brake recording little or no effort 33
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 30
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SGK 556V is a 1979 Bentley Series II in Maroon with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1979 Bentley Series II models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 84,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley Series II fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SGK 556V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Series II typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 47 years old, this Bentley Series II is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SGK 556V?

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What year was SGK 556V registered?

SGK 556V is a 1979 Bentley Series II, first registered on 6 December 1979.

Is SGK 556V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGK 556V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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