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USU 130

1989 Bentley R Type

Black Petrol 4566cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,588 mi
Last recorded31,588 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 130
MakeBentley
ModelR Type
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,566cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 31,588 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 31,032 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 31,028 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2013 30,637 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 30,234 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 29,547 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 28,843 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 28,274 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 27,445 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 26,050 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

middle exsust leaking on joint

nsf lower joint minor play

rear shackles

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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USU 130 is a 1989 Bentley R Type in Black with a 4,566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 USU 130, 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 37 years old, this Bentley R Type is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was USU 130 registered?

USU 130 is a 1989 Bentley R Type, first registered on 4 July 1989.

Is USU 130 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USU 130 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does USU 130 have outstanding finance?

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