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XJB 164L

1973 Bentley T1

Grey Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,800 mi
Last recorded66,800 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Bentley T170,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJB 164L
MakeBentley
ModelT1
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 66,800 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 66,147 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 66,050 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 66,050 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 66,023 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 65,727 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 65,459 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 64,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 64,875 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 64,182 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 64,182 miles

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

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

both rear tyres close to limits

How Reliable is the Bentley T1?

Based on 987 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
424
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 50
brake binding 34
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 23
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16
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XJB 164L is a 1973 Bentley T1 in Grey with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1973 Bentley T1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 70,233 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bentley T1 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 50 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XJB 164L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley T1 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 53 years old, this Bentley T1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XJB 164L registered?

XJB 164L is a 1973 Bentley T1, first registered on 7 May 1973.

Is XJB 164L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJB 164L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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