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YYY 387M

1974 Bentley Continental

Blue Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,476 mi
Last recorded23,476 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYY 387M
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2007 23,476 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2007 23,249 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

fluid dripping onto exhaust system at front section

Pass 15 Jun 2006 22,194 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2005 19,958 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Continental?

Based on 209,069 MOT tests across 16,051 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
2,167
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
16,051
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 937
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 889
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 815
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 790
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 644
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YYY 387M is a 1974 Bentley Continental in Blue with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Bentley Continental fails its MOT is tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, accounting for 937 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YYY 387M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Continental typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 52 years old, this Bentley Continental is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YYY 387M registered?

YYY 387M is a 1974 Bentley Continental, first registered on 20 February 1974.

Is YYY 387M safe to buy?

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