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9972 LJ

1954 Bentley R Type

Black Petrol 4566cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

83,466 mi
Last recorded83,466 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2014
Typical for 1954 Bentley R Type50,007 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration9972 LJ
MakeBentley
ModelR Type
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,566cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2014 83,466 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 83,466 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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9972 LJ is a 1954 Bentley R Type in Black with a 4,566cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1954 Bentley R Type models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 50,007 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 9972 LJ, 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 72 years old, this Bentley R Type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 9972 LJ registered?

9972 LJ is a 1954 Bentley R Type, first registered on 9 September 1954.

Is 9972 LJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 9972 LJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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