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UPJ 659

1954 Bentley R Type

Black Petrol 4566cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,498 mi
Last recorded95,498 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 1954 Bentley R Type50,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPJ 659
MakeBentley
ModelR Type
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,566cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Jan 2017 95,498 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 94,525 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 93,581 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 92,755 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 91,656 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 89,753 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

O/S Sill is very rusty.

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2009 88,684 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 87,763 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 87,486 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley R Type?

Based on 987 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
74
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 28
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 9
Stop lamp not working 8
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 8
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 8
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UPJ 659 is a 1954 Bentley R Type in Black with a 4,566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 Bentley R Type models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 50,007 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley R Type fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPJ 659, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley R Type typically stays on UK roads for around 74 years. At 72 years old, this Bentley R Type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UPJ 659 registered?

UPJ 659 is a 1954 Bentley R Type, first registered on 13 May 1954.

Is UPJ 659 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPJ 659 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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