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216 XVK

1953 Bentley R Type

Red Petrol 4566cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,400 mi
Last recorded79,400 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2013
Typical for 1953 Bentley R Type51,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration216 XVK
MakeBentley
ModelR Type
Year1953
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,566cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2013 79,400 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 73,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 73,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 73,006 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 72,477 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 70,956 miles

both rear shocker leakin

slight leak from steerin box

Pass 21 Apr 2006 70,134 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 70,118 miles

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

play in steering idlers & connecting joints

slight play in n/s/f stub pin

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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216 XVK is a 1953 Bentley R Type in Red 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 216 XVK, 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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What year was 216 XVK registered?

216 XVK is a 1953 Bentley R Type, first registered on 21 August 1953.

Is 216 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 216 XVK 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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