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TSY 485

1965 Bentley S3

Silver Petrol 6230cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

76,645 mi
Last recorded76,645 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2026
Typical for 1965 Bentley S342,486 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSY 485
MakeBentley
ModelS3
Year1965
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,230cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2026 76,645 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2025 76,616 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 74,614 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 74,610 miles

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

Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2020 72,837 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 69,407 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 68,090 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 66,705 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 65,604 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 64,355 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 62,652 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 61,223 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 59,588 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 58,175 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 57,048 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 55,850 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 54,385 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley S3?

Based on 1,894 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake recording little or no effort 54
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 40
brake binding 30
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 28
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TSY 485 is a 1965 Bentley S3 in Silver with a 6,230cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1965 Bentley S3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 42,486 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley S3 fails its MOT is brake recording little or no effort, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TSY 485, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley S3 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this Bentley S3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TSY 485?

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What year was TSY 485 registered?

TSY 485 is a 1965 Bentley S3, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is TSY 485 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSY 485 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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