CarVerify

Free Car Check

XHT 358T

1979 Bentley T2

Blue Petrol 6750cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

149,964 mi
Last recorded149,964 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Bentley T293,445 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Bentley
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHT 358T
MakeBentley
ModelT2
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc
View full Bentley T2 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 149,964 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 149,818 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 12 Dec 2013 149,818 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 149,546 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 149,545 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Bentley T2?

Based on 1,298 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
496
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 73
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 40
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 31
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Headlamp not working on main beam 23
Full Bentley T2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

XHT 358T is a 1979 Bentley T2 in Blue with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Bentley T2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 93,445 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 T2 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 73 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XHT 358T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley T2 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this Bentley T2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XHT 358T?

You can check the full history of XHT 358T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XHT 358T registered?

XHT 358T is a 1979 Bentley T2, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is XHT 358T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHT 358T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XHT 358T have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on XHT 358T. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.