MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,411 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
n\s outer & inner sills corroding on rear.
n\s\r indicator lens missing.
How Reliable is the Bentley R Type?
Based on 987 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VVS 742 is a 1953 Bentley R Type in Grey with a 4,566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1953 Bentley R Type models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 51,308 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 VVS 742, 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 73 years old, this Bentley R Type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of VVS 742?
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What year was VVS 742 registered?
VVS 742 is a 1953 Bentley R Type, first registered on 6 November 1953.
Is VVS 742 safe to buy?
The MOT history for VVS 742 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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